Determine the Name for H₂CO₃

question 139

Multiple Choice

Determine the name for H₂CO₃.

• A)carbonous acid
• B)dihydrogen carbonate
• C)carbonic acid
• D)hydrocarbonic acid
• E)hydrocarbide acid

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