2-hydroxy propanoic acid is also called _ ?
Correct answer: D. Lactic acid
- A. Stearic acid
- B. Butyric acid
- C. Maleic acid
- D. Lactic acid
Explanation
Option D is correct as the common name of 2 hydroxy propanoic acid is "lactic acid" with a formula C3H6O3.
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