The X and Y in the given equation respectively are: CH3COOC2H5NaOH−−−−→X+Y
A
Ethanol and Sodium acetate
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B
Methanol and Acetic acid
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C
Ethanol and Methanoic acid
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D
Ethanol and Ethanoic acid
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Solution
The correct option is AEthanol and Sodium acetate CH3COOC2H5NaOH−−−−→C2H5OH+CH3COONa Hence X and Y are Ethanol and Sodium acetate. This reaction is also called saponification reaction because it is used in the formation of soap.