Carboxylic acids can carry out the same reactions as other acids, for example the reactions with metals and metal carbonate. Carboxylic acids are weak acids, and will react more slowly than other, ...

ACETONE-HYDROCHLORIC acid has been widely used to split hæmoproteins, including cytochromes of the a type which contain formyl substituents in their prosthetic groups. Results reported below show that ...

Hydrochloric acid is a strong acid that can cause severe chemical burns if it comes in contact with your skin. Toilet cleaners, pool chemicals, and some fertilizers are common household sources of ...

In a tail wagging the dog reversal, researchers have found that simple chemical reactions can mix a solution. Usually, chemicals are stirred to enhance a reaction, but a new study finds that the ...

In chemistry, the classification of substances into acids and bases is fundamental. Within this spectrum, strong bases, such as sodium hydroxide and calcium hydroxide, are potent agents capable of ...