Multiple Choice
Which term is used to describe the form of oxygen in which each molecule contains three oxygen atoms?
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3. Chemical Reactions
Naming Acids
Multiple Choice
Which of the following chemicals should NOT be stored with acetic acid (CH3COOH) due to the risk of a dangerous reaction?
A
Ethanol (C2H5OH)
B
Sodium hydroxide (NaOH)
C
Glucose (C6H12O6)
D
Water (H2O)
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand that acetic acid (CH3COOH) is a weak acid and can react with bases to form salts and water in a neutralization reaction.
Identify the chemicals listed: Ethanol (C2H5OH) is an alcohol, Glucose (C6H12O6) is a sugar, Water (H2O) is neutral, and Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) is a strong base.
Recall that storing acids and bases together can be dangerous because they can react vigorously, sometimes releasing heat or causing splattering.
Recognize that Sodium hydroxide (NaOH), being a strong base, will react with acetic acid to form sodium acetate and water, which can be hazardous if mixed unintentionally.
Conclude that Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) should NOT be stored with acetic acid to avoid the risk of a dangerous acid-base reaction.
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