Write the chemical name of Na_2CO_3. 10 H_2O and Na_2CO_3. Write the significance of 10 H_2O Mention the term used for water molecules attached with a salt. With the help of a chemical equation , explain the method of preparation of both Na_2CO_3. 10 H_2O and Na_2CO_3. Also list two uses of Na_2CO_3. 10 H_2O

Write the chemical name of Na_2CO_3. 10 H_2O and Na_2CO_3. Write the s

1.	Write the chemical name of Na_2CO_3. 10 H_2O and Na_2CO_3. Write the significance of 10 H_2O Mention the term used for water molecules attached with a salt. With the help of a chemical equation , explain the method of preparation of both Na_2CO_3. 10 H_2O and Na_2CO_3. Also list two uses of Na_2CO_3. 10 H_2O
Answer» Solution :`Na_2CO_3. 10 H_2O`: Sodium carbonate DECAHYDRATE. `Na_2CO_3`: Anhydrous sodium carbonate `10 H_2O`: WATER of crystallization which impacts SHAPE and colour to the crystals. Preparation: `NaCl+H_2O+CO_2+NH_3to Nh_4Cl+NaHCO_3` `2NaHCO_3 to^(Heat) Na_2CO_3+ H_2O+ CO_2` `Na_2CO_3+ 10H_2O to Na_2CO_3. 10 H_2O` USES: (i) Used in GLASS, soap and paper industries. (ii) Used in the manufacture of borax. (iii) Used as a cleaning agent for domestic purpose.