Question

a compound x of sodium is used as an antacid and it decomposes on strong heating 1) name the compound X and give its chemical formula
2) write a balanced equation to represent the decomposition of X
3) give one use of compound X besides an antacid​

Answer 1

Answer:

1)

X is NaHCO3 i.e. baking soda used as antacid.

2)

2NaHCO3 -> Na2CO3 + CO2 + H2O

this is balanced required equation.

3) it is used for baking purposes like baking of cakes and breads.

also used as soda acid fire extinguisher.

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Answer 2

Answer:

1. the compound is baking soda NaHCO3

2. NaHCO3---Na2CO3+CO2+H2O

3. used as a soda acid fire extinguisher

used for making tasty pakora

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