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What is the IUPAC name of picric acid?
What is the IUPAC name of picric acid?
Updated On: Mar 6, 2025
- 2-Nitrophenol
- 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol
- Ethyl Salicylic acid
- 2-Aminophenol
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
Picric acid is chemically known as 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol. This compound has three nitro groups (-NO) attached to a benzene ring, giving it highly explosive properties, which is why it was historically used in munitions.
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