Which among the following acids is commonly used for etching and frosting glass?

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Hydrofluoric acid is commonly used for etching and frosting glass due to its ability to dissolve silica, the main component of glass. The other acids listed may have some etching properties, but they are not as effective as hydrofluoric acid for glass. Additionally, the use of hydrochloric acid and nitric acid for glass etching is uncommon and can be dangerous due to their strong corrosive properties.

Which Among the Following Acids Is Commonly Used for Etching