Acetate : OverviewChemical Taxonomy Provided by Classyfire Description This compound belongs to the class of organic compounds known as carboxylic acids. These are compounds containing a carboxylic acid group with the formula -C (=O)OH. Kingdom Organic compounds Super Class Organic acids and derivatives Class Carboxylic acids and derivatives Sub Class Carboxylic acids Direct Parent Carboxylic acids Alternative Parents Monocarboxylic acids and derivatives / Organic oxides / Hydrocarbon ... Acetate is a chemical compound. It has the formula C2H3O2. It can also be called Acetate Ion. It is a salt that is formed by the mixture of acetic acid with some bases. Acetate is commonly used in chemical labs as a buffer solution. It helps maintain a stable pH during chemical reactions, which is critical for many experimental procedures. Acetate is a human-made fabric derived from wood pulp and chemicals, often used as an alternative to silk or rayon. Learn about its advantages, disadvantages, and environmental impacts, and how to choose more eco-friendly acetate products.
