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The reaction of carboxylic acids with NaHCO3 produces ______ which helps it to differentiate it from phenols.(a) H2O(b) CO(c) CO2(d) NaClThis question was addressed to me in exam.Query is from Carboxylic Acids Chemical Reactions topic in section Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids of Chemistry – Class 12

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Correct OPTION is (c) CO2

Explanation: Unlike phenols, carboxylic acids react with WEAK BASES LIKE hydrogen carbonates to give carbon DIOXIDE, along with sodium carboxylate salt and water.



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