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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 40

SSC GD Constable (English) - 10 Jan 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q40

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H2SO4 is the chemical formula for ______.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Oil of Vitriol.

H2SO4 is called Sulphuric acid, which is also known as Oil of Vitriol.

Sulfuric acid (H2S04) is a corrosive substance, destructive to the skin, eyes, teeth, and lungs. Severe exposure can result in death.

It is used in the purification of petroleum, the pickling of metal, copper smelting, electroplating, metal work, and the production of rayon and film.