1. Ascorbic Acid or Vitamin C
Originally by Sarah Dykstra, revised by Mr. Szerminski

2. Ascorbic Acid Ascorbic acid is commonly known as vitamin C
Molar Mass is g/mol
Chemical (molecular) formula is C6H8O6
Chemical (empirical) formula is C3H4O3
Ascorbic acid is water-soluble

3. Interesting Points
It was produced in 1911, the 3rd (or "C") vitamin discovered
Since it was anti-scurvy or a-scorbutic, it got the name ascorbic acid
Vitamin C is required to form and maintain bones, blood vessels, and skin. It also protects against heart disease.

4. 2-D Lewis Structures & Stereochemistry

6. Other compounds with same molecular formula (from NIST)

7. Distinguishing by Mass Spec.