What type of reaction is shown by this equation?

C6H8O7 (aq) + 3NaHCO3 (aq) - - > 3 H2O (l) + 3CO2 (g) + Na3C6H5O7 (aq)

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15 December, 08:22

What type of reaction is shown by this equation?

C6H8O7 (aq) + 3NaHCO3 (aq) - - > 3 H2O (l) + 3CO2 (g) + Na3C6H5O7 (aq)

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Deandre Wolf · Answer 1

This is an acid base reaction which is basically a double displacement reaction. However, since carbonic acid is produced, it rapidly decomposes to carbon dioxide and water.

What type of reaction is shown by this equation?C6H8O7 (aq) + 3NaHCO3 (aq) - - > 3 H2O (l) + 3CO2 (g) + Na3C6H5O7 (aq)

What type of reaction is shown by this equation?

C6H8O7 (aq) + 3NaHCO3 (aq) - - > 3 H2O (l) + 3CO2 (g) + Na3C6H5O7 (aq)