Q13 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2024 (11 May Shift 1) · Chemistry

The hydroxide of which of the following metal reacts with both acid and alkali?

A
Mg
B
Na
Correct answer
C
Be
D
Ca

Solution

Be is amphoteric so its hydroxide reacts with both acid and alkali.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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