Write the formulae of: (a) methanoic acid, and (b) ethanoic acid.

Academic Chemistry NCERT Class 10

Given below are the formula of:

(a) Methanoic acid: HCOOH.

(b) Ethanoic acid: CH₃COOH.

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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