ICSEClass XChemistryAcids, Bases and Salts01 Mark2024 Easy

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The metal hydroxide which reacts with both acids and alkalis to form salt and water is:

(a) Calcium hydroxide

(b) Magnesium hydroxide

(c) Aluminium hydroxide

(d) Ferric hydroxide

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Answer

(c) Aluminium hydroxide

Explanation:

As Al(OH)3 is amphoteric in nature, it can generate salt and water as well as behave as a base with a strong acid.

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