Formic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide

HCOOH + NaOH → HCOONa + H2O

概要

Formic acid, the simplest carboxylic acid, reacts with sodium hydroxide to form sodium formate and water. Formic acid (Ka = 1.8 × 10⁻⁴) is about 10 times stronger than acetic acid. It was originally obtained by distillation from ants (Latin: formica).

参加者

役割 物質 係数 状態
反応物 Formic Acid CH₂O₂ 1 (aq)
反応物 Sodium Hydroxide NaOH 1 (aq)
生成物 Water H₂O 1 (l)

日常の例

Formic acid causes the burning sensation of ant bites and bee stings, which can be neutralized by applying a basic paste like baking soda.

産業上の重要性

ギ酸ナトリウムは空港滑走路の凍結防止剤、皮革なめし剤、繊維媒染剤として利用される。ギ酸自体は農薬(ダニ駆除)、食品防腐剤、カルボキシル化反応の還元剤として重要。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Formic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide?
The balanced equation is: HCOOH + NaOH → HCOONa + H₂O.
What type of reaction is Formic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide?
Formic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide is a acid-base reaction.
Is Formic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide exothermic or endothermic?
Formic Acid and Sodium Hydroxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -56.5 kJ/mol.