What is the chemical name of vinegar ? (a)Citric acid (b)Acetic acid (c)Pyruvic acid (d)Malic acid
Option B) Acetic acid is also known as ethanoic acid, ethylic acid, vinegar acid, and methane carboxylic acid; it has the chemical formula of CH3COOH. Acetic acid is a byproduct of fermentation, and gives vinegar its characteristic odor. Vinegar is about 4-6% acetic acid in water.
