8 Na2COONa + 21 CH3COOH → 24 CH3COONa + 2 CO2 + 6 H2O
This is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction:
3 CI - 3 e- → 3 CII (oxidation)
3 CI + 9 e- → 3 C-II (reduction)
2 CI - 6 e- → 2 CIV (oxidation)
Na2COONa is both an oxidizing and a reducing agent (disproportionation (dismutation)).
Reactants:
- Na2COONa
- 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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