Nitric acid

Nitric acid is a strong, colorless liquid with a sharp, pungent smell, used mainly in manufacturing and laboratory processes. It is a highly reactive chemical that can corrode metals and organic materials, making it useful for etching metals, producing fertilizers, and creating explosives. Because it is corrosive and can produce harmful fumes, handling it safely with proper equipment is essential. Despite its aggressive properties, nitric acid plays a vital role in various industrial applications, often involving precise chemical reactions that require its strong acidic nature.