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A compound whose general formula is M(OH) reacts as shown by the equation below.
M(OH)3(s)+OH-(aq)→M(OH)4(aq)
M(OH)3(s)+3H+(aq)→M3+(aq)+3H2O(l)
(a) What name is given to compounds which behave like M(OH)3 in the two reactions.
(b) Name two elements whose hydroxides behave like that of M.