CH3COOH (aq) → 2 C (s) + 2 H2O (l)
This is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction:
CII + 2 e- → C0 (reduction)
C-II - 2 e- → C0 (oxidation)
CH3COOH is an oxidizing agent, CH3COOH is a reducing agent (synproportionation (comproportionation)).
This is a precipitation reaction: C is the formed precipitate.
Reactants:
- CH3COOH – Acetic acid , Ethanoic acid
- Other names: Vinegar (when dilute); Hydrogen acetate; Methanecarboxylic acid , Methanecarboxylic acid , CH3-COOH
- Appearance: Colourless liquid ; Colourless liquid with pungent odour ; Colorless liquid or crystals with a sour, vinegar-like odor. [Note: Pure compound is a solid below 62°F. Often used in an aqueous solution.]
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