Q40 / 150 · MHT CET 2022 (05 Aug Shift 1) · Chemistry

Which among the following species can act as an acid as well as base according to Lowry theory?

  • A
    $\mathrm{Cl}^{-1}$
  • B
    $\mathrm{H}_3 \mathrm{O}^{+}$
  • Correct answer
    C
    $\mathrm{HSO}_4^{-}$
  • D
    $\mathrm{SO}_4^{2-}$

Solution

$\mathrm{HSO}_4^{-}$is an amphoteric specie. It can act as an acid as well as base.

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

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