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Which of the following can react as an acid as well as the base?

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Which of the following can react as an acid as well as the base?

(a) QACs

(b) Peracetic acid

(c) Chlorine

(d) Amphoterics

I had been asked this question in exam.

My doubt is from Microbiology topic in section Yeast Management & Microbiology of Fermentation Technology

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The correct option is (d) Amphoterics

To explain: Amphoteric compounds is an ion or molecule which can react both as an acid as well as the base. It is also used as a disinfectant that is used manually in soak or spray applications. However, it is user-friendly. It ionizes to produce cations, anions, or zwitterions.

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