Question

write the chemical equation for the decarl oxylation of ethanoic acid

Answer 1

The reaction is as follows:

CH3COOH + NaHCO3 -------------------------> CH3COONa + H20 + CO2

or:

2CH3COOH + Na2CO3------------------------------>2CH3COONa + H20 + CO2

Decarboxylation is the removal of carbon dioxide from the molecule of a compound.

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Answer 2

You should know that it is used in buffers for pH control in many laboratory applications in foodstuffs.