An aqueous solution of sodium acetate has pH greater than 7. Explain with equation.

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Sodium acetate is a salt of a strong base and a weak acid which undergoes hydrolysis to form strong alkaline (basic) solution. Hence the pH is greater than 7.

CH3COONa + H2O ⇌ CH3COOH + NaOH

kratos · Answer 1 · 2020-01-25T19:40:15+0000

Sodium acetate is a salt of a strong base and a weak acid which undergoes hydrolysis to form strong alkaline (basic) solution. Hence the pH is greater than 7.

CH3COONa + H2O ⇌ CH3COOH + NaOH

An aqueous solution of sodium acetate has pH greater than 7. Explain with equation.

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