CH3COOH is an organic acid known as acetic acid. It is a weak acid that can donate a proton (H+) in solution.
A synonym for CH3COOH. Acetic acid is commonly found in vinegars and has a pungent smell.
An acid that does not completely dissociate into ions when dissolved in water. Examples include acetic acid and citric acid.
Proton Donor: A substance that donates hydrogen ions (protons) to another substance during a chemical reaction.