Chemistry PYQ 102 of 291 · Acids, Bases & Salts

Vinegar is the solution of which of the following?

  1. AOxalic acid
  2. BCitric acid
  3. CHydrochloric acid
  4. DAcetic acid

42nd BPSC Prelims 1997

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Correct answer: (d) Acetic acid

Explanation

Vinegar is a 5–8% solution of acetic acid (CH₃COOH) in water, made by fermentation of alcohol (Acetobacter bacteria).

Oxalic acid is in spinach and tomatoes, citric acid in lemons, and hydrochloric acid in the stomach.

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