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amphiprotic

/ˌæm.fɪˈprɒt.ɪk/

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adjective

/ˌæm.fɪˈprɒt.ɪk/C2formalscientific
  • ruОписывает вещество, которое может как отдавать, так и принимать протон (H+), действуя либо как кислота, либо как основание.

Describes a substance that can both donate and accept a proton (H+), acting as either an acid or a base.

  1. Acid-base propertyC2formalscientific

    Having the ability to both donate and accept a proton, thus acting as either an acid or a base.

    ruАмфотерный

    • Water is a classic amphiprotic substance, as it can act as both an acid and a base.
    • The amphiprotic nature of the bicarbonate ion allows it to neutralize both acids and bases.
    • In chemistry, amphiprotic compounds are essential for buffer solutions.

    Synonymsamphoteric

Forms
  • more amphiprotic comparative form
  • most amphiprotic superlative form