Description
Acetic Acid, Glacial, Double Distilled also known under the name ethanoic acid and is an organic compound and a colorless liquid. It has a distinctive sour taste and pungent smell. It is the main component of Vinegar after water (8% by volume). Classified as a w1-EAk acid, when concentrated it is corrosive and can attack the skin. A useful chemical r1-EAgent for the production of chemical compounds, acetic acid has many uses. As a solvent it is used in the purification by recrystallization of organic compounds.
