Question
Download Solution PDFWhich among following is an acid ?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is 1) HCl.
Key Points
- Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is a strong acid commonly found in the stomach, where it aids in digestion.
- HCl is widely used in various industrial processes, including the production of chlorides, fertilizers, and dyes.
- In laboratories, HCl is used as a reagent for titrations and pH control.
- HCl is a colorless and highly corrosive liquid with a pungent smell.
Additional Information
- Acid: A substance that releases hydrogen ions (H+) when dissolved in water, resulting in a pH less than 7.
- Strong Acid: An acid that completely dissociates in water, releasing all its hydrogen ions.
- pH Scale: A scale used to measure the acidity or basicity of a solution, ranging from 0 (highly acidic) to 14 (highly basic), with 7 being neutral.
- Corrosive Substance: A chemical that can cause damage to living tissue or materials through chemical reactions.
- Laboratory Reagent: A substance used in chemical reactions to detect, measure, or produce other substances.
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