Question

what happens when base reacts with CO2. give the reaction​

Answer 1

When a base reacts with co2 which is acid it forms bicarbonate and if the co2 is in excess it forms carbonate

Moh + co2 —-> mhco3—->m2co3

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

(a) When the alkali (NaOH) solution is very dilute (pH < 8), carbon dioxide will first react with water to form carbonic acid (H2CO3) slowly. The acid thus formed then reacts with the alkali to give sodium hydrogencarbonate (NaHCO3