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What are acids used for?
Strong acids are highly corrosive and must be handled with care. In industry they are used, for example, to etch fine patterns on to silicon chips. Weak acids, such as vinegar and lemon juice, are used to flavour foods.
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Diagram showing the process by which sulphuric acid is made
 
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