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Give two important uses of washing soda and baking soda. (OR) Write the chemical formulae for washing soda and Baking soda and give their uses. (OR) Write any four uses of washing soda.

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Uses of washing soda (Na2CO3.10H2O):

1) Washing soda (sodium carbonate) is used in glass, soap and paper industries. 

2) It is used in the manufacture of sodium compounds such as borax. 

3) Sodium carbonate can be used as a cleaning agent for domestic purposes. 

4) It is used for removing permanent hardness of water.

Uses of baking soda (NaHCO3 10H2O) : 1) 

1) Baking soda (Sodium hydrogen carbonate) is used for faster cooking. 

2) Baking powder (a mixture of baking soda and a mild acid) is used in preparation of cakes. 

3) Sodium hydrogen carbonate is also an ingredient in antacids. 

4) It is also used in soda – acid, fire extinguishers. 

5) It acts as a mild antiseptic.



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