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The class of organic compounds which gives effervescence with NaHCO3 solution is: A. Aldehydes B. Alkanes C. Esters D. Carboxylic acids |
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Answer» The effervescence is due to the formation of CO2 when NaHCO3 is treated with carboxylic acids. RCOOH + NaHCO3→ RCOONa + CO2↑ + H2O |
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