What is the formula of hydrochloric acid?

H C l

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H C l_{2}

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H_{2} C l_{2}

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H C l_{3}

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Solution

The correct option is A $H C l$
Hydrochloric acid is a commonly found acid in all the laboratories and its chemical formula is $H C l$ which can be either in dilute or concentrated form.

It is a strong acid which completely dissociates in its aqueous solution to form hydrogen ions and chloride ions.

Hence, option A is correct.

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