Analytical Chemistry Question 180
Question: A is a lighter phenol and B is an aromatic carboxylic acid. Separation of mixture of A and B can be carried out easily by using a solution of
Options:
A) sodium hydroxide
B) sodium sulphate
C) calcium chloride
D) sodium bicarbonate
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
[d] Carboxylic acids dissolve in sodium bicarbonate, while phenol does not.