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Version 2.1 by Alexandru Pentilescu on 2024/05/18 16:16

Chemical reaction which happens when adding vinegar to limestone

Using vinegar is a common method to remove limestone from equipment or tools that are usually submerged in tap water. The chemical reaction that happens when this happens is the following.

CaCO3 + 2CH3COOH → Ca(CH3COO)2 + H2O + CO2