Aqueous sodium trioxocarbonate (IV) solution is alkaline because?

A. acid from which it is formed is strong
B. sodium is an alkali metal
C. sodium trioxocarbonate (IV) is decomposed by water
D. sodium trioxocarbonate (lV) is stable to heat
E. sodium triocarbonate (IV) is hydrolyzed in water

Correct Answer:

Option E – sodium triocarbonate (IV) is hydrolyzed in water