What are the differences between mineral acids and organic acids?
Posted January 4, 2024
Answer
Basis of differentiation |
Mineral acids |
Organic acids |
Definition |
Mineral acids are inorganic compounds possessing acidic characteristics |
Organic acids are organic compounds possessing acidic characteristics |
Corrosive nature |
Are extremely corrosive |
Are less or non-corrosive |
Acidity |
Are typically strong acids |
Are typically weak acids |
Solubility in water |
Are well-soluble |
Are poorly soluble |
Source |
Originate from mineral sources |
Originate from biological sources |
Carbon content |
Do not typically have carbon and hydrogen |
Contain carbon and hydrogen |
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