Common name of 2-hydroxy propanoic acid is
Correct answer: B. Lactic acid
- A. Tartaric acid
- B. Lactic acid
- C. Phthalic acid
- D. Formic acid
Explanation
2-hydroxypropanoic acid is commonly known as lactic acid. It has a hydroxy group (-OH) attached to the second carbon of propanoic acid, giving it the name 2-hydroxypropanoic acid.
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