RE: [CH] Getting the Vinegar Out
Pieters, Rob (Rob.Pieters@netherlands.honeywell.com)
Wed, 24 Nov 1999 08:37:14 -0000
> In my (ancient) memory, seems like I remember acetic acid strength is
> limited by it's solubility. It's about 20% when fully saturated, when
> crystals begin to form, and no more will dissolve. At this strength, it's
> called "glacial acetic acid". I think more would dissolve at higher temps,
> but when allowed to cool, the crystals would form and precipitate, leaving
> the strength of the liquid at 20%. If I'm wrong about this, someone set me
> straight. Thanky.
> Tom in Paris, TX
>
Tom,
I can't set you straight on this one as I'm the one starting this
discussion, but I can tell you that you can buy 99% of vinegar, but than you
right you don't call it vinegar any more but acetic acid.
As far as I know there is only one acid limited by it's solution and that's
hydrochloric acid which max. is around 37%.
But this is getting to much off topic so this will be my last mail on this
issue to the list. Back to hit the heat again, but if requested I'll respond
privately as I'm well-educated........
Hot regards
Rob