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LAQ : Write the use and reactions of acetic acid

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Write the use and reactions of acetic acid. 

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Uses of acetic acid:

  1. Vinegar production
  2. Chemical synthesis
  3. Food and beverage industry

Acid-base reactions:

  1. Acetic acid + sodium hydroxide → sodium acetate + water

Esterification reactions:

  1. Acetic acid + alcohol + catalyst → ester + water

Oxidation reactions:

  1. Acetic acid + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water
  2. Acetic acid + potassium permanganate → carbon dioxide + water

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