Question

16. A white powder is added while baking breads and cakes to make them soft and fluffy. Write the
name of the powder. Name the main ingredients. Explain the function of each ingredient. Write the
chemical reaction taking place when the powder is heated during baking.
(3)
OR​

Answer 1

Answer:

baking powder is used to make the cake soft and fluffy

Answer 2

Answer:

baking powder

baking soda and a mild edible base such as tartaric acid

NaHCo3 + H ⇒ CO2 +H2O+ Na salt of acid

Explanation: