Impure+dilute+acetic+acid

=Impure Dilute Acetic Acid=



Impure dilute acetic acid is also known as vinegar or simply "acetic acid." The chemical formula for this chemical is CH 3 CO 2 H.

Impure dilute acetic acid is a liquid consisting mainly of acetic acid and water. The acetic acid in vinegar is produced through the fermentation of ethanol by acetic acid bacteria. This fermentation process can be fast, lasting from 20 hours to 3 days, or slow, lasting from weeks to months.

This chemical is mainly used in the kitchen, but was historically also available as a mild acid. Impure dilute acetic acid is used in pickling foods, and can be found in vinaigrette, salad dressings, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, marinades, and other sauces and condiments. When ingested in small amounts, it has been shown to reduce the glycemic index of carbohydrate foods for people with or without diabetes. It may also help reduce hunger and decrease the risk of fatal ischemic heart disease. However, if ingested in large amounts over long periods of time, impure dilute acetic acid can contribute to hypokalemia (low levels of potassium in the blood) and osteoporosis.

Impure dilute acetic acid has multiple medical applications. When diluted 3% to 5% it can be effective as a cervical cancer screening tool. It can also be applied to a sunburn to help restore the lost acidic level of the skin as well as soothe the burn. Also, nematocysts from common jellyfish stings can be deactivated with the application of impure dilute acetic acid to the area of the sting.

Impure dilute acetic acid (vinegar) is often used as a cleaning agent due to its acidity. It is effective against mold and bacteria, and can clean windows and mirrors, as well as other glass objects and stainless steel. Impure dilute acetic acid can also be used as a weed killer. Vinegar solutions above 10% are corrosive and damaging to the skin, and should be handled carefully. In order to prevent damage to people and objects, this chemical is diluted with water.

When combined with baking soda (NaHCO 3 ), CO 2 is released in the chemical reaction.