Multiple choice

The chemical name of aspirin is

  1. Acetyl Acetate

  2. Cobalt Oxide

  3. Acetylic Acid

  4. Acetyl Salicyclic Acid
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Explanation

Aspirin's chemical name is Acetyl Salicyclic Acid (Acetylsalicylic acid). It is a widely used pain reliever, fever reducer, and anti-inflammatory medication. Acetyl Acetate and Cobalt Oxide are different compounds, and 'Acetylic Acid' appears to be a misspelling.

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