A compound that releases hydrogen ions in water.
An organic acid contains the carboxyl group (-COOH) and is derived from living organisms.
A chemical used in batteries.
A substance that dissolves metals.
Sulfuric acid (H2SO4) is an example of an inorganic acid.
Citric acid found in fruits.
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C).
Acetic acid in vinegar.
Organic acids are soluble in water only.
Inorganic acids always have a pleasant smell.
Organic acids contain carbon and are often larger with complex structures, while inorganic acids are usually mineral acids that do not contain carbon.
Organic acids are always stronger than inorganic acids.
Organic acids lack hydrogen atoms.
Inorganic acids are always gases.
Organic acids decompose easier than inorganic acids.
Organic acids are typically weaker than many inorganic acids.
Organic acids only, such as citric acid for cleaning.
Neither, acids are not used in industry.
Organic acids, because they are more stable.
Inorganic acids are more commonly used in industrial applications.
Organic acids are often found in natural products like fruits.
Industrial waste products.
Petrochemical residues.
Synthetic chemicals from laboratories.
Because they are chemically infused.
They have natural preservatives.
Because they contain acetic acid and citric acid, respectively, both organic acids.
They neutralize bases.
Flavor enhancement in foods.
Antifreeze in car engines.
As a natural aroma booster.
Inorganic acids like sulfuric acid are used in the production of fertilizers.
They destroy harmful microbes indiscriminately.
Inorganic acids are crucial instead.
They are involved in metabolic pathways, such as the Krebs cycle.
They do not play any significant role.
It does not contain carbon atoms.
It is derived solely from synthetic processes.
Oxalic acid contains the -COOH group and is found in plants like spinach.
It can be solidified at room temperature.
They are insoluble in water.
All organic acids dissolve equally well in water.
Many organic acids are soluble in water, but their solubility depends on the size of their molecular structure.
Organic acids do not react with water.
Hydrochloric acid.
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is an organic acid that is essential for human health.
Sulfuric acid.
Nitric acid.
Organic acids explode when mixed with metals.
Inorganic acids generally react more vigorously with metals compared to many organic acids.
Both have the same reactivity.
Inorganic acids do not react with metals at all.
They can dehydrate living tissues.
They can contribute to acid rain when released into the atmosphere.
They are not a concern as they neutralize over time.
They contribute to ozone layer depletion.
They are used to bleach foods.
They act as preservatives and flavor agents, like citric acid.
They give natural looking colors to foods.
They enhance the nutritional content of foods.