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In water, which of the following is the strongest acid?
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17. Acid and Base Equilibrium
Acids Introduction
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In an introductory acids context, which is a common use of nitric acid ()?
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Removing tarnish from silver using a mild household acid like vinegar
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Neutralizing stomach acid as an antacid
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Manufacturing fertilizers such as ammonium nitrate
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Serving as the primary acid in car batteries
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Identify the chemical formula of nitric acid, which is \(\mathrm{HNO_3}\), a strong acid commonly used in industrial and laboratory settings.
Recall the common applications of nitric acid, focusing on its role in producing nitrogen-containing compounds.
Understand that nitric acid is widely used in the manufacturing of fertilizers, particularly ammonium nitrate, which provides essential nitrogen for plant growth.
Compare the other options: vinegar (acetic acid) is used for removing tarnish, antacids neutralize stomach acid (usually containing bases like magnesium hydroxide), and sulfuric acid—not nitric acid—is the primary acid in car batteries.
Conclude that the correct and common use of nitric acid in this context is manufacturing fertilizers such as ammonium nitrate.
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