Question

name the acid: hc₂h₃o₂(aq) spell out the full name of the acid.

Explanation:

The formula \( \text{HC}_2\text{H}_3\text{O}_2(aq) \) represents acetic acid (also known as ethanoic acid). This acid is commonly recognized, and its formula corresponds to the acetate ion (\( \text{C}_2\text{H}_3\text{O}_2^- \)) combined with a hydrogen ion, forming the weak acid acetic acid.

Answer:

acetic acid