Compounds that can act as an acid or a base, depending on conditions, are said to be:
A) Ambidextrous
B) Conjugated
C) Amphoteric
D) Esoteric
E) none of these

Name: Compounds that can act as an acid or a base, depending on conditions, are said to be: A) Ambidextrous B) Conjugated C) Amphoteric D) Esoteric E) none of these
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Amphoteric compounds have the ability to act as either an acid or a base depending on the pH of their environment. This characteristic is not described by the other options provided.

Compounds That Can Act as an Acid or a Base