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  • Monoprotic Acids: Definition, Examples & Uses
    A monoprotic acid is an acid that can donate only one proton (hydrogen ion, H+) per molecule. Here are a few examples:

    * Hydrochloric acid (HCl): This is a strong acid commonly found in the stomach.

    * Nitric acid (HNO3): This is a strong acid used in the production of fertilizers and explosives.

    * Acetic acid (CH3COOH): This is a weak acid found in vinegar.

    * Formic acid (HCOOH): This is the simplest carboxylic acid and is found in ant stings.

    These are just a few examples; many other acids are monoprotic.

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