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Organic Chemistry — Test

Question 18 • Chemistry

What is the chemical formula for acetic acid?

Answer
A
cap c sub 2 cap h sub 4 cap o sub 2
B
cap c sub 2 OH
C
CHO
D
cap c sub 2 cap o sub 2 cap h

Explanation

Acetic acid is commonly written as CH₃COOH. Counting the atoms gives 2 carbon atoms, 4 hydrogen atoms, and 2 oxygen atoms, so its formula is C₂H₄O₂. Therefore, the choice showing C₂H₄O₂ is correct.

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