MEDIUMMCQ SINGLEIChO (Chemistry Olympiad)Inorganic ChemistryCarboxylic Acids and DerivativesPreparation of Carboxylic Acid

Which of the following compounds will react with NaHCO3 solution to give sodium salt and carbon dioxide

A.Phenol

B.n-hexanol

C.Acetic acid✓ Correct

D.Both (a) and (b)

Explanation

Acid which is stronger than carbonic acid (H2CO3) gives test for NaHCO3. 3 3 3 2 2 CH COOH NaHCO CH COONa CO H O -> Acetic acid.

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