Aqueous solution of sodium acetate is :

neutral

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weakly acidic

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strongly acidic

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alkaline

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Solution

The correct option is C alkaline
Sodium acetate is the sodium salt of acetic acid. Acetic acid reacts with sodium carbonate or sodium hydroxide to form a basic solution of sodium acetate which acts as buffer with acetic acid.

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