2 CH3COOH (aq) + Na2CO3 (aq) → 2 CH3COONa (aq) + CO2 (g) + H2O (l)
This is an acid-base reaction (neutralization): CH3COOH is an acid, Na2CO3 is a base.
This is a gas evolution reaction, CO2 is the formed gas.
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.]
- Na2CO3 – Sodium carbonate
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