Which One of the Following Acids Has an Incorrect Formula

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following acids has an incorrect formula or is not named correctly?

• A)HI, hydroiodic acid
• B)H₂CO₃, carbonic acid
• C)HNO₃, nitric acid
• D)H₂SO₃, sulfuric acid
• E)H₃PO₄, phosphoric acid

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