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What is carbolic acid for?

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Carbolic acid is "phenol" based and was used as a disinfectant in hospitals.

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yes, carbolic acid are used in various antiseptic, disinfectant e.g

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it kills bacteria

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Is carbolic acid an acid or base?

Carbolic acid is a weak acid.


What scientist invented carbolic acid?

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Can you get phenol from carbolic acid?

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Why is Carbolic Acid so dangerous?

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Which type of acid is carbolic acid?

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Can hydrochloric acid react with carbolic acid?

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What is the meaning of carbolic?

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Sinkholes and caverns are formed from carbolic acid. This carbolic acid dissolves rock which creates the spaces that form the sinkholes and caverns. The carbolic acid is created when carbon dioxide dissolves in water.


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Can carbolic acid be used on plants?

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