Question

    Which substance is also known as 'Oil of Vitriol'?

    A Nitric acid Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Hydrochloric acid Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Citric acid Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Sulphuric acid Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Sulfuric acid, commonly referred to as 'Oil of Vitriol,' is a dense, colorless, oily, and corrosive liquid. It is one of the most commercially important chemicals, produced industrially by reacting water with sulfur trioxide. 

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