Sulfurous acid

Sulfurous acid is a weak acid with the chemical formula H₂SO₃. It is produced by dissolving sulfur dioxide in water. Bases deprotonate (remove the Hydrogen ion) it to produce sulfites. It tends to turn back into sulfur dioxide and water again. It is a weak reducing agent.

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