Benzoic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide

C6H5COOH + NaOH → C6H5COONa + H2O

Aperçu

Benzoic acid, the simplest aromatic carboxylic acid, reacts with sodium hydroxide to form water-soluble sodium benzoate. Benzoic acid itself is poorly soluble in water but dissolves readily in base. This solubility difference is exploited in liquid-liquid extraction to separate acids from neutral compounds.

Participants

Rôle Substance Coefficient État
Réactif Benzoic Acid C₇H₆O₂ 1 (s)
Réactif Sodium Hydroxide NaOH 1 (aq)
Produit Water H₂O 1 (l)

Exemple du quotidien

Sodium benzoate (E211) is one of the most common food preservatives, found in soft drinks, pickles, and fruit juices.

Importance industrielle

Sodium benzoate is produced on a large scale for food and beverage preservation. It inhibits microbial growth effectively in acidic environments below pH 3.6.

Propriétés

Type
Acid-Base
Réversible
Non
Énergie
Exothermique
ΔH
-57,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Benzoic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide?
The balanced equation is: C₆H₅COOH + NaOH → C₆H₅COONa + H₂O.
What type of reaction is Benzoic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide?
Benzoic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide is a acid-base reaction.
Is Benzoic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide exothermic or endothermic?
Benzoic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -57.0 kJ/mol.