Question

Name the organic acid present in vinegar.

Answer 1

• The common name of Ethanoic acid is Acetic acid.
• At normal temperature it is a colourless liquid.
• Ethanoic acid is a carboxylic acid having molecular formula ${\mathbf{CH}}_{\mathbf{3}}\mathbf{COOH}$.
• The primary component in vinegar is Ethanoic acid.
• Vinegar is used in preserving foods like pickles.
• Therefore, Ethanoic acid is present in vinegar.