The correct name for HNO₃is ________. A)nitrous acid B)nitric acid C)hydronitroxide acid D)nitroxide acid E)nitrogen hydroxide

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HNO₃ is a chemical formula that suggests the presence of nitrogen, oxygen, and sulfur. The correct name can be determined by interpreting the formula. The presence of the "NO" group suggests the presence of nitrate or nitrite ions, making choices A, C, D, and E incorrect. The presence of "S" suggests the presence of sulfur, and the combination suggests the presence of nitric acid. Therefore, the correct option is B, nitric acid.

The Correct Name for HNO3 is ________

The Correct Name for HNO₃is ________