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An ascorbic acid is a naturally occurring organic compound and it has antioxidant properties. It is essentially Vitamin C that humans need in their bodies.

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What is another name for vitamin C?

Ascorbic Acid is the chemical name for Vitamin C.


Is vitamin C an acid or a base?

Vitamin C is a weak acid. Its chemical name is ascorbic acid.


What is the formula of the ascorbic acid?

The chemical formula of ascorbic acid is C6H8O6.


What is the symbol for ascorbic acid?

Assuming you're asking for the chemical symbol - it is... C6H8O6


What is the scientific name for ascorbic acid?

The scientific name for ascorbic acid is L-ascorbic acid.


What is the common name and chemical formula for ascorbic acid?

Vinegar is dilute acetic acid. CH3COOH is its chemical formula. Acetic acid is sometimes called ethanoic acid. A link is provided to the Wikipedia article on acetic acid.


What is the chemical name for the substance withe the chemical formula of C6H8O6?

You think probable to ascorbic acid.


Which is the common name of ascorbic acid?

The common name of ascorbic acid is Vitamin C.


What is common name of ascorbic acid?

The common name of ascorbic acid is vitamin C.


Where does the name Ascorbic Acid come from?

The name "ascorbic acid" comes from the prefix "a-" (meaning "not") and the Latin word "scorbutus" (meaning "scurvy"). Ascorbic acid was discovered as the compound essential for preventing scurvy, hence the name.


Is ascorbic acid different from citric acid?

Yes, they are two different compounds ascorbic acid is another name for vitamin- C while citric acid is not a vitamin.


What is chemical formula for vitamin C?

Ascorbic acid is C6H8O6.