Question

question 1·1 point
identify the correct reaction for the neutralization of formic acid by sodium hydroxide.
select the correct answer below:
○ hcooh + naoh → hcoona + h₂
○ hcooh + naoh → 2ch₃cooh + h₂o
○ hcooh + naoh → hcoona + h₂o
○ none of the above

Explanation:

Step1: Recall neutralization reaction concept

Neutralization reaction of an acid (\(\text{HCOOH}\)) and a base (\(\text{NaOH}\)) produces a salt (\(\text{HCOONa}\)) and water (\(\text{H}_2\text{O}\)).

Step2: Analyze each option

• Option A: Produces \( \text{H}_2 \) (wrong product, should be \( \text{H}_2\text{O} \)).
• Option B: Produces \( 2\text{CH}_3\text{COOH} \) (wrong product, not a salt).
• Option C: Follows acid - base neutralization (salt \( \text{HCOONa} \) and \( \text{H}_2\text{O} \) formed).
• Option D: Incorrect as Option C is correct.

Answer:

C. \( \text{HCOOH} + \text{NaOH} \to \text{HCOONa} + \text{H}_2\text{O} \)