Question

When acetic acid is treated with sodium hydroxide, then_______ and water will be formed ?

• A. sodium bicarbonate
• B. sodium acetate
• C. sodium carbonate
• D. lactic acid

Answer 1

Answer:

B. sodium acetate

When acetic acid is treated with sodium hydroxide, sodium acetate and water are formed. This is a neutralization reaction where the acid and base react to form salt and water.