XHEENA SARABIA Cc

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Molecular formula: C2H2O4, (COOH)2, HOOCCOOH

Oxalic acid is an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid that is ethane substituted by
carboxyl groups at positions 1 and 2. It has a role as a human metabolite, a plant
Other FORMULA:
metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of an oxalate(1-) and
an oxalate. Oxalic acid is an odorless white solid. Sinks and mixes with water. Oxalic
acid is an organic compound found in many plants, including leafy greens,
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vegetables, fruits, cocoa, nuts, and seeds. In plants, it's usually bound to minerals,
forming oxalate. The terms “oxalic acid” and “oxalate” are used interchangeably in
nutrition science. Oxalic acid is mainly manufactured by the oxidation
of carbohydrates or glucose using nitric acid or air in the presence of vanadium SKELETAL FORMULA:
pentoxide. A variety of precursors can be used including glycolic acid and ethylene
glycol. A newer method entails oxidative carbonylation of alcohols to give STRUCTURAL FORMULA:
the diesters of oxalic acid. 4 ROH + 4 CO + O2 → 2 (CO2R)2 + 2 H2O. The said acid is
a strong poison. The toxic symptoms include renal damage, shock, convulsions. The
toxicity arises as oxalic acid reacts with the calcium in the tissues to form calcium
oxalate, thereby upsetting the calcium potassium ratio. The deposition of oxalates in
the kidneys tubules may result in kidney damage. It is a reliable & effective cleaner
when used in appropriate applications. Oxalic Acid may be used to remove rust and
other difficult stains from areas such as buildings, boats, swimming pools, concrete
driveways, sidewalks, iron machinery, wood decks, stairs or trim.

SKELETAL FORMULA:

Molecular formula: C2H4O2 or CH3COOH

Acetic Acid is a synthetic carboxylic acid with antibacterial and antifungal
properties. Although its mechanism of action is not fully known, undissociated acetic STRUCTURAL
acid may enhance lipid solubility allowing increased fatty acid accumulation on the
cell membrane or in other cell wall structures. Acetic acid, as a weak acid, can inhibit FORMULA:
carbohydrate metabolism resulting in subsequent death of the organism.
Acetic acid is a simple monocarboxylic acid containing two carbons. It has a role as a
protic solvent, a food acidity regulator, an antimicrobial food preservative and a
Daphnia magna metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of an acetate. Other FORMULA:
Acetic acid, glacial appears as a clear colorless liquid with a strong odor of vinegar.
Flash point 104 °F. Density 8.8 lb / gal. Corrosive to metals and tissue. Used to make
other chemicals, as a food additive, and in petroleum production. CC(=O)Os
Some metals such as magnesium, zinc, and iron undergo corrosion when exposed to
acetic acid. These reactions result in the formation of acetate salts. Glacial acetic acid
is obtained by dipping acetic acid solution in a “stalactite” of solid glacial acetic acid.
Acetic acid is naturally occurring and found in plants and animal organisms. It is
usually manufactured in a lab.