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).