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Assuming the reaction goes to completion, what is the theoretical yield, in grams, of benzoic acid (in grams) when using 2.14 grams of sodium benzoate

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Answer:
1.81 g of Benzoic Acid

Solution:

The balance chemical equation is as follow,

C₇H₅O₂Na + HCl → C₇H₆O₂ + NaCl

According to equation,

144.11 g (1 mole) C₇H₅O₂Na produces = 122.12 g of C₇H₆O₂
So,
2.14 g of C₇H₅O₂Na will produce = X g of C₇H₆O₂

Solving for X,
X = (2.14 g × 122.12 g) ÷ 144.11 g

X = 1.81 g of C₇H₆O₂
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