Description
Acetic acid is a widely used organic compound.
- Full Name: Acetic Acid
- CAS Number: 64-19-7
- Molecular Formula: C₂H₄O₂
- Molecular Weight: 60.05 g/mol
Properties
- Appearance: Colorless liquid
- Odor: Strong, pungent vinegar-like smell
- Boiling Point: 118 °C (244 °F)
- Melting Point: 16.6 °C (61.88 °F)
- Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol, and ether
Applications
- Food Industry: Commonly used as a food preservative and flavoring agent (vinegar).
- Chemical Production: A key raw material in the production of various chemicals, including acetate esters, acetic anhydride, and acetyl chloride.
- Industrial Applications: Used in the manufacture of plastics, solvents, and synthetic fibers.
- Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in biochemical research and various chemical reactions.
- Household Cleaning: Used as a natural cleaner and disinfectant.
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