The number of carbon atoms in oxalic acid (H₂C₂O₄) is $x$.
Answer (integer)
2
Solution
Oxalic acid = HOOCCOOH — 2 carbon atoms (C₂O₄H₂).
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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids · Topic: Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives
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