Hydrochloric acid is also known as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Hydrochloric acid is also known as:
A. Carbolic acid
B. Aqua regia
C. Oil of vitriol
D. Muriatic acid
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Hydrochloric acid (HCl) was historically called muriatic acid or spirits of salt, produced from salt (NaCl) and sulfuric acid. Oil of vitriol is H₂SO₄. Aqua regia is a mixture of 3 parts HCl and 1 part HNO₃. Carbolic acid is phenol. HCl is present in gastric juice and used in metal cleaning and chemical synthesis.

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Correct Answer: Option D


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