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Chemical name of vinegar is

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Sodium nitrate
  2. Dilute acetic acid
  3. Chloride of lime
  4. Calcium

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Dilute acetic acid

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Dilute acetic acid šŸ“š Explanation: Vinegar is a liquid consisting mainly of water and acetic acid (CH3COOH), typically produced by the fermentation of ethanol. Commercial vinegar usually contains 5% to 8% acetic acid by volume. It is widely used in cooking, food preservation, and as a mild household cleaning agent.