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Which of the following is used to remove ink and rust stains on cloth?

A. Oxalic acid

B. Alcohol

C. Ether

D. Kerosene oil

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Oxalic acid is a reducing agent and its conjugate base, known as oxalate, is a chelating agent for metal cations and stain removal. Oxalic acid's main applications include cleaning or bleaching, removal of stains on clothes and the removal of rust.

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