Is H2PO4 amphoteric?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether H2PO4 (dihydrogen phosphate) can act as both an acid and a base, which is the definition of an amphoteric substance. To address this, we should evaluate the chemical behavior of H2PO4 in reactions, considering its ability to donate and accept protons.
Answer
Yes, H2PO4 is amphoteric.
The final answer is yes, H2PO4 is amphoteric.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is yes, H2PO4 is amphoteric.
More Information
H2PO4- is a dihydrogen phosphate ion that can act as both an acid and a base because it can donate or accept a proton.
Sources
- Both H2O and H2PO4- are amphoteric - pearson.com
- H2PO4- in water(aqueous solution) - CHEMISTRY COMMUNITY - lavelle.chem.ucla.edu
- 14.12b | Is H2PO4− amphiprotic/amphoteric? - YouTube - youtube.com
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