What is X in this reaction ?CH3COONa+NaOH→X+Na2CO3
A
C2H6
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B
C2H4
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C
CH4
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D
C2H2
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Solution
The correct option is C
CH4
It is an exampe of decarboxylation reaction. Decarboxylation is the elimination of a molecule of CO2 from a carboxylic acid in the form of carbonates yielding an alkane as major prouct.