Basis of differentiation

Mineral acids

Organic acids

Definition

Mineral acids are inorganic compounds possessing acidic characteristics

Organic acids are organic compounds possessing acidic characteristics

Corrosive nature

Are extremely corrosive

Are less or non-corrosive

Acidity

Are typically strong acids

Are typically weak acids

Solubility in water

Are well-soluble

Are poorly soluble

Source

Originate from mineral sources

Originate from biological sources 

Carbon content

Do not typically have carbon and hydrogen

Contain carbon and hydrogen