Carboxylic Acids Question 166

Question: Vinegar obtained from sugarcane has

[AFMC 2005]

Options:

A) $ CH_3COOH $

B) HCOOH

C) $ C_6H_5COOH $

D) $ CH_3CH_2COOH $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Acetic acid is the chief constituent of vinegar and hence its name (Latin : acetum = vinegar).