which of the following is not a basic substance
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Amphoteric substances are substances that display both acidic and basic properties, so they can act as either acids or bases. If an amphoteric substance reacts with a base, then it will take on the role of acid. If an amphoteric substance reacts with an acid, then it will take on the role of base.
HCO
3
−
, H
2
O , NH
3
can act as both donor and acceptor to H
+
ions so they are amphoteric in nature.
HNO
3
is a strong acid and can only donate H
+
ions hence, it is not amphoteric in nature.
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