write the equation for the transformation of Benzamide to benzoic acid.
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Benzamide is hydrolyzed to sodium benzoate by boiling with a sodium hydroxide solution. Sodium benzoate on acidification gives benzoic acid.
C6H5CONH2 + NaOH → C6H5COONa +NH3
Sodium benzoate on acidification gives benzoic acid.
C6H5COONa + HCl → C6H5COOH + NaCl
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