Question

The odour of acetic acid resembles ____.

Answer 1

Acetic acid

• Acetic acid is also known as ethanoic acid.
• The formula of acetic acid is ${\mathrm{CH}}_3\mathrm{COOH}$.
• Vinegar is a dilute solution of acetic (ethanoic) acid in water.
• The odour of acetic acid resembles vinegar.

So, the odour of acetic acid resembles vinegar.