What is the chemical formula of Acetic Acid?

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The chemical formula of Acetic acid is - CH3COOH (can also be written as CH3CO2H, C2H4O2, or HC2H3O2) also known as ethanoic acid, and the second simplest carboxylic acid. 

It is a colourless liquid organic compound and has a distinctive sour taste and pungent smell.

A dilute (approx 5% by volume) solution of acetic acid is produced by fermentation and oxidation of natural carbohydrates which are known as vinegar.

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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