Question

To study the physical and chemical properties of Acetic Acid

Answer 1

Acetic acid is also called as Ethanoic acid.

Physical properties:

● colourless at room temprature

● pungent, vinegar smell

● tastes sour

Chemical Properties:

● has higher boiling point as compared to other alkanes, alkyl halides or alcohols.

● solidifies as an icy mass below 16.5℃

● it is miscible with water, alcohol and ether

● it is a fine solvent for organic compounds.