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NEET · Chemistry · s Block Elements
Which of the following is an example of an oxo-acid?
Which of the following is an example of an oxo-acid?
Options
- AHydrochloric acid, HCl
- BNitric acid, HNO3
- CSulfuric acid, H2SO4
- DAcetic acid, CH3COOH
Correct answer
C. Sulfuric acid, H2SO4
Step-by-step solution
Sulfuric acid (H2SO4) 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.