What is another word for Alkanesulfonic Acids?
Pronunciation: [ˌalke͡ɪnsəlfˈɒnɪk ˈasɪdz] (IPA) 
Alkanesulfonic acids are organic compounds widely used in various industrial applications. They belong to a group called sulfonic acids, characterized by the presence of a sulfonic acid functional group (-SO3H) attached to an alkane chain. These acids can be referred to by alternative names to describe their chemical nature. Some common synonyms for alkanesulfonic acids include: alkyl sulfonic acids, alkane sulfonates, alkylsulfuric acids, alkyl sulfuric acids, and alkyl sulfates. These terms are used interchangeably depending on the specific context, but they all refer to the same family of compounds. Alkanesulfonic acids find applications in detergents, textile manufacturing, petroleum refining, and as catalysts in organic synthesis.
