Which acid is known as 'Aqua Fortis'?

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Nitric acid (HNO3) is historically known as Aqua Fortis, which translates to 'strong water' in Latin. This name was given by early alchemists due to its ability to dissolve almost all metals, including silver, which was not dissolved by other known acids at the time.

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