Which of the following is the chemical formula for muriatic acid?

H₂SO₄

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HNO₃

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HCl

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NaCl

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Solution

The correct option is C
HCl

Muriatic acid is one of the names for hydrochloric acid. It is also known as spirits of salt or acidum salis. "Muriatic" means "pertaining to brine or salt". The chemical formula for muriatic acid is HCl.

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