Which of the following pairs is matched incorrectly?
(Acids) |
(Use) |
(a) Sulphuric Acid |
Car batteries |
(b) Acetic Acid |
Preserving pickles |
(c) Phosphoric acid |
Making Fertilizers |
(d) Boric acid |
Making Explosives |
Choose the correct answer:
Answer
Correct Answer : d ) (d)
Explanation :- Sulphuric Acid (H2SO4) is used in car batteries and is also used in the manufacture of paints, drugs, dyes, and to produce fertilizers.
- Acetic acid (CH3COOH) is used directly to enhance the taste of food and is also used as a preservative in pickles. It is also used as a cleaning agent in products for cleaning windows, floors, utensils, etc.
- Phosphoric acid is used in fertilizer and detergent industries.
- Boric acid is used in the preparation of buffer solutions. Boric acid is also used as a fungicide and insecticide powder.
Hence, option (d) is correct.
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