Question

Explain How do Metal carbonates and metal Hydrogencarbonates react with acids(For Dummies version, because I am one)

Answer 1

Explanation:

Metal Hydrogencarbonates are formed by reaction of metal salt with HCO3 or with a hydrogencarbonates of a more reactive metal. Metal carbonates and Metal Hydrogencarbonates reacts with acids and produces corresponding metal salt, carbon dioxide and water. On passing excess carbon dioxide following reaction occurs