Are all metals acidic in nature and all non-metals basic? What is the nature of their oxides?

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no mercury is in liquid form

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Metals generally form basic or amphoteric oxides and are not acidic, while non-metals typically form acidic oxides. This distinction defines their chemical behavior in reactions involving oxygen. Understanding these properties is essential for studying elements in the periodic table and their compounds. 
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Are all metals acidic in nature and all non-metals basic? What is the nature of their oxides?

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