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What is the formula of formic acid ? |
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Answer» HCOOH HCOOH HCOOH formula of formic acid Formula of formic acid is CH₂O₂ Formic acid, systematically named methanoic acid, is the simplest carboxylic acid, and has the chemical formula HCOOH. It is an important intermediate in chemical synthesis and occurs naturally, most notably in some ants.\xa0Formic acid (HCO2H), also called methanoic acid, the simplest of the carboxylic acids, used in processing textiles and leather.\xa0The principal\xa0use\xa0of\xa0formic acid\xa0is as a preservative and antibacterial agent in livestock feed. When sprayed on fresh hay or other silage, it arrests certain decay processes and causes the feed to retain its nutritive value longer.\xa0Formic acid\xa0appears as a colorless liquid with a pungent odor.\xa0 |
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