Question:

The hydroxide of which of the following element is amphoteric?

Updated On: Aug 1, 2022
  • $\ce{Al(OH)_3}$
  • $\ce{B(OH)_3}$
  • $\ce{In(OH)_3}$
  • $\ce{TIOH}$
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

$ {Al(OH)_3}$ is amphoteric as it reacts with acids as well as bases to form salts. $ {B(OH)_3}$ is acid whereas $In {(OH)_3}$ and $ {TlOH}$ are basic in character.
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Concepts Used:

Group 15 Elements

Group 15 elements are also known as nitrogen group elements or nitrogen family

It consists of:

  • Nitrogen (N)
  • Phosphorus (P)
  • Arsenic (As)
  • Antimony (Sb)
  • Bismuth (Bi)
  • Moscovium (Mc)

They are present on the right side of the periodic table. All the elements are arranged based on their atomic weight. The elements with similar properties reside in a column called the group.

All Group 15 elements have the electron configuration ns2np3 in their outer shell, where n is the principal quantum number.

Periodic Trends in Group 15 Elements