When sodium hydroxide solution is added to a solution of zinc salt, the white precipitate formed redissolves in excess sodium hydroxide because

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A. sodium is more reactive than zinc
B. sodium hydroxide is a strong alkali
C. zinc hydroxide is amphoteric
D. zinc hydroxide is unstable

Correct Answer: Option C

C. zinc hydroxide is amphoteric

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