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amphiprotic solventSolvents that exhibit both acidic and basic properties; amphiprotic solvents undergo autoprotolysis. Examples are water, ammonia, and ethanol.
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amphiprotic solventA solvent capable of acting as an acid or a base; e.g., H2O. See: solvolysis. (05 Mar 2000)
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