Question

Which of the following is known as oil of vitriol ?

• A. ${H_2SO_4}$
• B. ${HF}$
• C. ${ZnSO_4}$
• D. ${HNO_3}$

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

${H_2SO_4}$

Answer 2

Sulfuric acid (H2SO4) is called as oil of vitriol. Sulphuric acid is a strong acid that is used in industrial processes. The oil of vitriol is due to the oily appearance of the concentrated sulphuric acid.

So, the correct answer is (A): H2SO4