What are the physical and chemical properties of ethanoic acid?

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Physical properties of Ethanoic Acid (CH3COOH)

Liquid state at STP

Water soluble

Colorless

Pungent odour

Chemical properties

Acidic in nature (litmus test)

Reacts with base to form salt (reaction with NaOH)

Reacts with alcochol in acidic medium to form ester (fruity smell of ester)

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What are the physical and chemical properties of ethanoic acid?

Physical properties of Ethanoic Acid (CH3COOH) Liquid state at STP Water soluble Colorless Pungent odour Chemical properties Acidic in nature (litmus test) Reacts with base to form salt (reaction with NaOH) Reacts with alcochol in acidic medium to form ester (fruity smell of ester)

Physical properties of Ethanoic Acid (CH3COOH)

Liquid state at STP

Water soluble

Colorless

Pungent odour

Chemical properties

Acidic in nature (litmus test)

Reacts with base to form salt (reaction with NaOH)

Reacts with alcochol in acidic medium to form ester (fruity smell of ester)