For Acetic Acid we have terms and definitions in 8 topics. The topics are Beauty, Carpet, Food, Health and Beauty, Import Cars, Nutrition, Photography and Reproductive Infections.

Acetic Acid (Beauty)

This acid is present in vinegar and is sometimes used to remove oil from the skin.

Acetic Acid (Carpet)

A volatile, colorless, pungent liquid acid (C2H402) that is the chief acid of white vinegar (5% acetic, pH 3) and is used in the synthesis of acetate fiber. Many acid spotters are comprised of 5% - 7% acetic acid.

Acetic Acid (Food)

Acetic acid is formed when common airborne bacteria interact with the alcohol present in fermented solutions such as wine, beer, or cider. Acetic acid is the constituent that makes vinegar sour.

Acetic Acid (Health and Beauty)

This acid is present in vinegar and is sometimes used to remove oil from the skin.

Acetic Acid (Import Cars)

An activator that is used in RTV/silicone sealants to make them more rubber-like in composition.

Acetic Acid (Nutrition)

Used as a synthetic flavoring agent, one of the first food additives (vinegar is approximately 4 to 6 percent acetic acid); it is found naturally in cheese, coffee, grapes, peaches, raspberries, and strawberries. Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used only in packaging.

Acetic Acid (Photography)

Is a chemical used for stop bath which stops the action of the alkaline developer.

Acetic Acid (Reproductive Infections)

A vinegar solution that is applied to cervical tissue to facilitate identification of abnormal tissue. The acetic acid interacts with diseased cells, causing epithelial lesions to turn white.

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