Question

A compound ‘X’ is a constituent of baking powder. It is used as an antacid. When ‘X’ is heated it gives out a gas ‘Y’ which, when passed through lime water turns it milky and salt ‘Z’ is formed which is the main constituent of washing powder. Identify X, Y and Z. Write the balanced chemical equations for the reactions involved.

Answer 1

X - baking soda (NaHCo3)
Y - carbon dioxide (Co2)
Z - sodium carbonate (Na2Co3)
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Answer 2

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