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Question : In alchemy, aqua fortis is the classical name of which chemical compound that is used chiefly in the manufacture of explosives and fertilisers, and in organic synthesis?

Option 1: Nitric acid

Option 2: Formic acid

Option 3: Chloric acid

Option 4: Hydrobromic acid


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Correct Answer: Nitric acid


Solution : The correct option is Nitric acid .

Aqua fortis, in the context of alchemy, typically refers to nitric acid. Nitric acid is a highly corrosive and strong mineral acid with the chemical formula HNO 3 . It is commonly used in the manufacture of explosives and fertilisers and various organic synthesis processes.

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