chem: Clarify amphoteric vs amphiteric

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eggy 2022-01-06 09:42:33 -05:00
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@ -578,9 +578,9 @@ $\Delta G = -RT\ln K_c$
## Acids and bases
!!! definition
- An **amphiprotic** acid/base is one that can **either accept or donate** $\ce{H+}$ depending on the situation.
- A **monoprotic** acid/base is one that can only accept/ionise one $\ce{H+}$ ion.
- An **amphoteric** chemical may act as an acid or base depending on the situation.
- An **amphiprotic** chemical can **either accept or donate** $\ce{H+}$ depending on the situation.
- A **monoprotic** acid/base is one that can only accept/ionise one $\ce{H+}$ ion.
- An **alkali/alkaline** solution is an aqueous solution of a base, which may **not** necessarily be a **basic solution**.
An **acid** and **base** are any two corrosive chemicals that react to form water and a salt. They also dissociate/ionise (depending on theory) in water to form electrolytes that conduct electricity.
@ -709,6 +709,9 @@ $$\ce{pK_w = pH + pOH}$$
At 25°C, $\ce{pK_w = 14.0000}$, so:
$$\ce{14 = pH + pOH}$$
### Acid/base dissociation
In a weak
## Organic chemistry