Which acid was initially called 'oil of vitriol'?

H_{2} S O_{4}

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H N O_{3}

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N H_{3}

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A $H_{2} S O_{4}$
Sulfuric acid was initially called 'oil of vitriol' by medieval European alchemists because it was prepared by roasting "green vitriol" (iron (II) sulfate) in an iron retort.

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Which of the following acid is also known as oil of vitriol?

H_{2} S O_{4}

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