Question

what is the action of conc h2so4 on formic acid at 373 k ?give equation​

Answer 1

Conc sulphuric acid is both an oxidizing agent as well as dehydrating agent. Hence it removes a water molecule as a dehydrating agent and another water molecule by oxidizing hydrogen. Hence a mixture of CO and CO2 gases are formed.

2HCOOH——— CO+CO2+2H2O

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Answer 2

H2SO4 + HCOOH → CO + H2SO4•H2O

[ Check the balance ]

Sulfuric acid react with formic acid to produce carbon monoxide and hydrate sulfuric acid. Sulfuric acid - concentrated solution.

Source: https://chemiday.com/en/reaction/3-1-0-11327