Amphoteric
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Amphoteric is an adjective meaning (chemistry) Having the characteristics of both an acid and a base, and capable of reacting as either; amphiprotic.
Meaning
(chemistry) Having the characteristics of both an acid and a base, and capable of reacting as either; amphiprotic.
Synonyms for amphoteric
Depending on context, synonyms include amphiprotic.
Antonyms for amphoteric
Common opposites include alkaline, acidic, alkalic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include amphiprotic, ampholytic, amphichroic, amphipathic, ambiphilic, diprotic.
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