Question

what is the formula for acetic acid? hc₂h₃o₂ hcoh hcl hac

Explanation:

Acetic acid is a carboxylic acid. Its chemical formula is \(HC_2H_3O_2\). \(HCOH\) is not the formula for acetic acid. \(HCl\) is hydrochloric acid. \(HAc\) is an abbreviation sometimes used but \(HC_2H_3O_2\) is the standard chemical formula.

Answer:

\(HC_2H_3O_2\)