Chemical process is responsible for the smell of vinegar in an old bottle of aspirin is Hydrolysis of ester i.e. Aspirin.
Aspirin reacts with water leading to the formation of Acetic acid which is a Carboxylic acid derivative.
Aspirin on Hydrolysis forms Acetic acid and Salicylic acid.
The reaction shows up as a fizz when aspirin is added in water.
Aspirin is called Acetyl Salicylic acid and it helps to reduce:
- Inflammation
- Pain
- Fever
- Headache
- Arthritis
- Muscle pain
- Tooth pain
Acetic acid or Ethanoic acid is a colorless liquid. It is an important carboxylic acid. It smells like vinegar.
Acetic acid is used for production of following:
- Vinyl Acetate
- Insecticides
- Rubber
- Acetic anhydride
Salicylic acid is a bitter compound which is colorless. It reduces acne and opens up the skin pores.
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