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Question
Vinegar is a solution of about:
(a) 5 to 8 per cent ethanoic acid in alcohol
(b) 5 to 8 per cent ethanoic acid in water
(c) 50 to 80 per cent ethanoic acid in water
(d) 50 to 80 per cent ethanoic acid in alcohol
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Solution
5 to 8 percent ethanoic acid in water
Vinegar is a solution comprising 5 to 8 percent ethanoic acid mixed with water.
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