Which of the following acids is a mineral acid ?

Options

A. Citric acid
B. Hydrochloric acid
C. Ascorbic acid
D. Tartaric acid

Answer

B

Explanation

A mineral acid is an acid derived from one or more inorganic compounds. Examples of minerals acids are hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, sulphuric acid phosphoric acid, boric acid, and hydrofluoric acid.