Ampholytic

/ˌæmfəˈlɪtɪk/ adjective

Relating to or having the properties of an ampholyte; capable of acting as both an acid and a base.

From 'ampholyte' plus the adjectival suffix '-ic'. Describes the chemical behavior and properties of molecules that display dual acid-base functionality.

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