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ShareAn acid (often represented by the generic formula HA) is traditionally considered any chemical compound that, when dissolved in water, gives a solution with a pH of less than 7.0.
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That approximates the modern definition of Brønsted and Lowry, who defined an acid as a compound which donates a hydrogen ion (H+) to another compound (called a base).
Common examples include acetic acid (in vinegar) and sulfuric acid (used in car batteries).
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