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General Knowledge · Q604

Environmental Science

Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 604

Q604

Acid is an example of _____________

A.
Corrosive waste
Answer
B.
Infectious waste
C.
Radioactive waste
D.
Ignitable waste

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Acids are substances that give up Hydrogen ions in solution. Acids are corrosive to metals while releasing Hydrogen gas, have a pH between 0 and 6.9 and are sour to the taste. There are many common substances that are acids: lemon juice (citric acid), vinegar (acetic acid), stomach acid, and soda pop (carbonic acid).