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4-Hydroxybenzoic acid, or p-hydroxybenzoic acid, HOC6H4CO2H ,
is primarily known as the basis for the preparation of its esters, known as parabens, which are used as preservatives in cosmetics, being a popular antioxidant because of its low toxicity (LD50 = 2200 mg/kg for mice (oral)).
Its isomere 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid is called: salicylic acid, a precursor to aspirin(R).
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What is the name of the acid used to carbonate beverages?
Carbonic acid is a weak acid .This acid is used to carbonate beverages.
What acid is used as an electrolyte?
Sulfuric acid is the most commonly used electrolyte - also called battery acid.
What are acids and alkali are used for?
alkali is used to reduce acid and acid is used to reduce alkali
Is nitric acid the same as sulfuric acid?
nitric acid be used insted of hypophrosphous acid
What is the name of the acid used to make zinc sulphate?
Sulphuric acid
What type of acids are used in explosives?
Nitric acid, sulfuric acid, and hydrochloric acid are commonly used in the production of explosives. Nitric acid is often used as an oxidizer, while sulfuric acid can serve as a catalyst in certain explosive reactions. Hydrochloric acid may be used in the preparation of certain explosive substances.
If sodium nitrate was formed what acid was used?
During the formation of a salt anion comes from acid so in this case acid used must be Nitric acid.
What acid burns your stomach?
The acid used in your stomach is Hydrochloric acid (HCl).
What kind of acid should be used to displace an acid from its salt?
acid anhydride
What acid used in salad dressings?
Acetic acid (vinegar), citric acid
What is the acid and alkali used in making ammonium sulphate?
Nitric Acid is used to make Ammonium Nitrate
What acid is used in car batteries?
Sulfuric acid
