Which of the following is used in rocket fuels?
A
HNO3
B
CH3COOH
C
H2SO4
D
HCl
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
- Due to its unique powerful oxidizing nature, Nitric acid is often used in rocket fuels as a propeller
NB: Ethanol (not Ethanoic acid) is used alone or mixed with petrol as fuel for racing cars and in rockets.
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #4493)