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WBBSEClass 10Physical ScienceOrganic Chemistry03 Mark2026 Easy

QQuestion

Write the balanced chemical equation for the reaction between acetic acid and sodium bicarbonate. Between jute and polythene, which one is eco-friendly for packaging purposes and why? [1+2]

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Answer

Acetic acid reacts with sodium bicarbonate to form sodium acetate, water and carbon dioxide.

CH₃COOH + NaHCO₃ → CH₃COONa + H₂O + CO₂↑

Jute is more eco-friendly than polythene for packaging because:

  1. Jute is biodegradable and decomposes naturally.
  2. Polythene is non-biodegradable and causes environmental pollution.
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