Carboxylic Acids Question 165
Question: Vinegar is
[CPMT 1997]
Options:
A) $ HCHO $
B) $ HCOOH $
C) $ CH_3CHO $
D) $ CH_3COOH $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Vinegar is the diluted solution of acetic acid $ (CH_3COOH). $ It is formed by the fermentation of ethyl alcohol in the presence of enzyme acetobacter.