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Alcohols has a polar -O-H bond. Alcohols release hydrogen ions forming -O-. So alcohols are acidic.
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Is co2 basic or acidic?
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Alcohol use is considered to be a problem if what occurs?
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Does citric acid contain alcohol?
The citric acid doesn't contain alcohol.
Is alcohol an acid or alkaline?
Acid
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deoxyribonucleic acid
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spore forming and L+ LACTIC ACID FORMING BACTERIA.
