Question

how many carbon atoms are present in formic acid

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Answer 1

Answer:

formic acid also called methonoic acid (HCOOH) and it contain only one carbon atom.

Answer 2

Formic acid has 1 carbon atom.

• The chemical formula of formic acid is HCOOH. The compound contains one carbon atom, 2 oxygen and 2 hydrogen atoms.
• In the compound, -COOH is the functional group known as the carboxyl group.
• It is an organic compound used for preservation. Also, it is used as an antibacterial agent.
• The formic acid is used for the manufacturing of rubber and leather.
• The acid has a sour and pungent smell with corrosive nature. It is naturally found in bee and ant stings.
• Formic acid is biodegradable, has less flammability and is stable at normal pressure and temperature.
• The next acid in the series is acetic acid. The chemical formula of acetic is CH3COOH.

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