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Which of the following compound would not evolve `CO_(2)` when treated with `NAHCO_(3)` solution ?A. Salicylic acidB. PhenolC. Benzoic acidD. 4-nitrobenzoic acid

Answer» Correct Answer - B
Phenol does not decompose sodium carbonate or sodium bicarbonte. i.e., `CO_(2)` is not evolved because phenol is a weaker acid than carbonic acid.


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