What does amphoteric mean?
Amphoteric means (chemistry) Having the characteristics of both an acid and a base, and capable of reacting as either; amphiprotic..
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(chemistry) Having the characteristics of both an acid and a base, and capable of reacting as either; amphiprotic..
Use amphoteric when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Amphoteric means (chemistry) Having the characteristics of both an acid and a base, and capable of reacting as either; amphiprotic..
Common synonyms include amphiprotic.
Possible antonyms include alkaline, acidic, alkalic.
Use amphoteric where its definition matches the intended context.
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