* Acid anhydrides are oxides that react with water to form an acid. They typically involve nonmetals or metalloids.
* Zinc oxide is a basic oxide. When it reacts with water, it forms zinc hydroxide (Zn(OH)₂), a base:
ZnO + H₂O → Zn(OH)₂
In summary: Acid anhydrides form acids with water, while basic oxides like zinc oxide form bases.