NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
What is the purpose of heating the reaction mixture in the decarboxylation of benzoic acid with soda lime?
Options
- ATo speed up the reaction
- BTo provide energy for the reaction
- CTo remove impurities
- DTo prevent the reaction from occurring
Correct answer
B. To provide energy for the reaction
Step-by-step solution
Heating the reaction mixture provides the energy required for the decarboxylation reaction to take place.