Which one among the following can be classified as amphoteric?

N a_{3} P O_{4}

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HCl

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NaOH

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H S O_{4}^{-}

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C_{2} O_{4}^{2 -}

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Solution

The correct option is D $H S O_{4}^{-}$
$H S O_{4}^{-}$ can be classified as amphoteric. It can donate a proton and act as an acid. At the same time, it can accept a proton and act as a base.
$H S O_{4}^{-} \to H^{+} + S O_{4}^{2 -}$
$H S O_{4}^{-} + H^{+} \to H_{2} S O_{4}$

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