Question

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Acid commonly known as oil of vitriol.

Answer 1

• Acid definition: Acids are the chemical compounds which on dissolving in water liberates hydrogen ion.
• Acids generally taste sour and their pH is less than 7.
• Sulphuric acid is an strong acid having chemical formula ${\mathbf{H}}_{\mathbf{2}}{\mathbf{SO}}_{\mathbf{4}}$ which is also termed as oil of vitriol.
• Therefore, acid commonly known as oil of vitriol is Sulphuric acid (${\mathbf{H}}_{\mathbf{2}}{\mathbf{SO}}_{\mathbf{4}}$).