NEETChemistrys Block Elements
Which of the following is an example of an oxo-acid?
Options
- AHydrochloric acid, HCl
- BNitric acid, HNO 3
- CSulfuric acid, H 2 SO 4
- DAcetic acid, CH 3 COOH
Correct answer
C. Sulfuric acid, H 2 SO 4
Step-by-step solution
Sulfuric acid (H 2 SO 4 ) is an example of an oxo-acid because it contains oxygen atoms and has acidic protons attached to hydroxyl groups with oxo groups on the same sulfur atom.