The acidic reactions of ethanoic acid

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Explore the properties of ethanoic acid as a weak organic acid in this class experiment. Includes kit list and safety instructions.

In this practical, students test ethanoic acid with universal indicator solution, magnesium, sodium hydroxide solution and sodium carbonate solution. 

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