Question

Which of the following materials is/are used for handling acetic acid?

(a) Type 316 and 304 Stainless steels

(b) Copper and Bronzes

(c) Duriron and Hastelloy C

(d) Hastelloy C, Durimet 20, Duriron, Copper, Bronzes and 316 and 304 stainless steels

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Answer 1

The correct option is (d) Hastelloy C, Durimet 20, Duriron, Copper, Bronzes and 316 and 304 stainless steels

The best I can explain: Acetic acid is the most important organic acid from the standpoint of quantity produced. Hastelloy C, Durimet 20, Duriron, Copper, Bronzes, and 316 and 304 stainless steels are widely used for handling acetic acid.