Asked by Mike
The reaction of sodium hydrogen carbonate (baking soda), NaHCO3 and vinegar is a safe and effective method of opening a clogged drain
a) Write the chemical equation for this reaction
b) Explain why using sodium hydrogen carbonate and vinegar may be a greater alternative to using household drain openers, many of which contain sodium hydroxide
a) Write the chemical equation for this reaction
b) Explain why using sodium hydrogen carbonate and vinegar may be a greater alternative to using household drain openers, many of which contain sodium hydroxide
Answers
Answered by
DrBob222
NaHCO3 + CH3COOH ==> CH3COONa + H2O + CO2
The hope is that the bubbling CO2 gas will unclog the drain. NaOH is a very good drain opener but it is so caustic and can cause severe damage if it gets on the skin or in the eyes.
The hope is that the bubbling CO2 gas will unclog the drain. NaOH is a very good drain opener but it is so caustic and can cause severe damage if it gets on the skin or in the eyes.
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