Question

write equation for the reaction that would take place if:
a)dilute hydrochloric acid is added to sodium hydrogen carbonate.
b)sodium hydrogen carbonate is strongly heated.

Answer 1

1. yields sodium chloride , water and carbon dioxide
2. Sodium hydrogen carbonate (also known as sodium bicarbonate or bicarbonate of soda) has the chemical formula NaHCO3. When it is heated above about 80°C it begins to break down, forming sodium carbonate, water and carbon dioxide.