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Is acetic acid a compound

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14y ago
Updated: 8/16/2019

yes it is a compound, all acids are compounds

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Is acetic acid a mixture or a compound?

Acetic acid is a compound. The chemical formula is CH3COOH.


Is acetic acid anything like acetic acid?

Yes its oner and the same chemical. Its modern IUPAC name is Ethanoic Acid. ( CH3COOH ). It has the smell of vinegar, because it is a constituent of vinegar. Casually it is still referred to as Acetic Acid.


Is acetic acid a element?

No. Acetic acid is a compound as are all acids.


Is acetic acid and acetic acid ester same thing?

No, acetic acid and acetic acid ester are not the same thing. Acetic acid is a simple organic compound with the chemical formula CH3COOH, while acetic acid ester is a compound formed by the reaction of acetic acid with an alcohol. Esterification of acetic acid forms esters, which are often used as fragrances or flavorings.


What is the compound name for HC2H3O2?

The name of this chemical compound is Hydrogen acetate, or acetic acid.


Is acetic acid element or compound?

Compound


What the name of HC2H3O2?

Acetic acid, which is weak enough to put in your mouth if it is mixed as a 5% solution with water. If so, it's called vinegar.


Acetic acid is a type of?

Acetic acid is a type of organic compound. This is also known asethanoic acid.


What is Vinegar a compound element or mixtures?

Vinegar from supermarkets is a mixture of water and acetic acid, PURE acetic acid/vinegar is a compound.


What is a compound in vinegar?

It is acetic acid.


Is the active compound in ammonia acetic acid?

No. Acetic acid is the active compound in vinegar. Ammonia is its own compound, though it is diluted in water for household use.


What is vinegar's compound name?

Vinegar is known as acetic acid or ethanoic acid, CH3COOH.