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1. Acids You Have Encountered a. List the names for any three compounds that are

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Question

1. Acids You Have Encountered a. List the names for any three compounds that are acids. b. In what context do you know of these acids? For example, is It from reading ingredient labels on foods? Did you run across these acids in some sport or activity? Did you read about these acids in a news articles? 2. Although the word acid may conjure up all sorts of pictures in your mind, every day you eat or drink various acids. Check the labels of food or beverages and make a list of the acids you find. Speculate on the purpose of each acid. 3. Electric vehicles A car totally powered by electricity has been in the human imagination, on the drawing boards, and even in a few automobile showrooms during the past decade. a. List three advantages that an electric vehicle would have over a hybrid electric vehicles or a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. b. Give three reason, why electric vehicles are not yet the norm today.

Explanation / Answer

1. a) Acetic Acid (Vinegar), Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Citric Acid (lemon)

b) These are house hold names and use in food items.

2. Malic acid, lactic acid, phosphoric acid, oxalic acid etc

3. a) Advantages

1. No Gas Required

2. No Emissions

3. Low Maintenance

Disadvantages

1. Recharge Points limited

2. Short Driving Range and Speed:

3. Normally 2 Seaters:

4. Not Suitable for Cities Facing Shortage of Power: