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Benzoic Acid Extraction Procedure Guide by netflixandchill.nc is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document describes the extraction of benzoic acid from benzoic acid mixture. It involves dissolving the crude benzoic acid in ethyl acetate, separating it from the mixture using sodium hydroxide solution in a separatory funnel, and precipitating the purified benzoic acid by adding hydrochloric acid to the aqueous layer. The percent yield of benzoic acid extracted is calculated by comparing the original and final masses. Benzoic acid has antimicrobial properties and is used as a preservative in foods and
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