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GK QUESTION#3207

Consider the following statements: 1. Muriatic acid is another common name for hydrochloric acid. 2. Hydrochloric acid is used in the production of chlorides, fertilizers, dyes, and in various industries. 3. Sulfuric acid is commonly known as muriatic acid. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. A1 and 3 only
  2. B2 and 3 only
  3. C1 and 2 onlyCorrect answer
  4. D1, 2 and 3
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C. 1 and 2 only

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Muriatic acid is a common name for hydrochloric acid, HCl. Hydrochloric acid is used to produce chlorides and in industries including fertiliser and dye manufacture. Sulfuric acid, H₂SO₄, is a different acid, so statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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