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In the Kolbe's electrolytic method, what type of carboxylic acid salts are used for the reaction?
ChemistryHydrocarbonsNEET
Options:
  • A Calcium salts
  • B Sodium or potassium salts
  • C Ammonium salts
  • D Magnesium salts
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Sodium or potassium salts
The Kolbe's electrolytic method utilizes the sodium or potassium salts of carboxylic acids for the reaction.

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