GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

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CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The aqueous solution of which acids is called Vinegar?
A
Acetic acid
B
Citric acid
C
Oxalic acid
D
Hydrochloric acid
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Vinegar is a dilute aqueous solution of ethanoic acid (acetic acid).

Detailed explanation-2: -Vinegar is an aqueous solution of acetic acid. Vinegar typically contains 5–20% acetic acid by volume. Vinegar is mainly used to add flavor, as an acidic cooking ingredient, or in pickles. It is also used as a household cleaner.

Detailed explanation-3: -Acetic acid is also known as ethanoic acid, ethylic acid, vinegar acid, and methane carboxylic acid; it has the chemical formula of CH3COOH. Acetic acid is a byproduct of fermentation, and gives vinegar its characteristic odor.

Detailed explanation-4: -The correct Answer is False. Vinegar is a 5−8% aqueous solution of acetic acid.

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