NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
What is the common name for a mixture of concentrated hydrochloric acid and concentrated nitric acid in a 3:1 ratio?
Options
- AAqua fortis
- BSulfuric acid
- CNitrous acid
- DHydrobromic acid
Correct answer
A. Aqua fortis
Step-by-step solution
A mixture of concentrated hydrochloric acid and concentrated nitric acid in a 3:1 ratio is commonly known as aqua fortis.