Detection of anions - acetate

2026 1 question

1. 1 Qualitative Inorganic Analysis Easy
   In a test tube containing a salt, a few drops of dilute $H_2SO_4$ was added, which gave colourless vapours having the smell of vinegar. The vapours turned the blue litmus paper red. Identify the CORRECT anion from the following:
   A Acetate, $CH_3COO^-$ B Carbonate, $CO_3^{2-}$ C Sulphate, $SO_4^{2-}$ D Sulphide, $S^{2-}$
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