Question

Write the balanced chemical reaction of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and vinegar (acetic acid). Be sure to

include states of matter.

Answer 1

The balanced chemical reaction of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and vinegar (acetic acid) : NaHCO₃(aq) + CH₃COOH(aq) → CH₃COONa(aq) + H₂CO₃

But further reaction takes place as carbonic acid is highly unstable.