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NEET · Chemistry · Carboxylic Acid Derivatives
Which carboxylic acid is obtained from vinegar, and how is its...
Which carboxylic acid is obtained from vinegar, and how is its common name derived?
Options
- AAcetaldehyde, derived from Latin "acetum"
- BAcetic acid, derived from Latin "acetum"
- CButyric acid, derived from Latin "butyrum"
- DFormic acid, derived from Latin "formica"
Correct answer
B. Acetic acid, derived from Latin "acetum"
Step-by-step solution
Acetic acid is obtained from vinegar, and its common name is derived from the Latin word "acetum," which means vinegar.