Question

Which are the industrial uses of acids?

Answer 1

Sulfuric acid the most widely used acid, is utilized in the iron and steel industry to remove rust from products such as cars before they are sold. Boric acid pools are used to store nuclear waste at power plants.

The Nitric acid is used to create fertilizers and dyes. Many other acids are used in making explosive

Answer 2

Dear Student,

◆ Acids -

Acids are substances which release H+ ions on ionization.

● Industrial uses of acids -

1. H2SO4 is used for production of drugs and fertilizers.
2. H2SO4 is used for preparation of dyes & explosives.
3. H2SO4 is used in car batteries.
4. HNO3 is used in prepration of paints.
5. HNO3 is used in fertilisers.
6. HCl & HNO3 are used in aqua regia.
7. HCl is used in dust removal from iron.
8. CH3-COOH is used in vinegar.

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