Question

A compound 'X' of sodium is used as an antacid and it decomposes on strong heating.
i) Name the compound 'X' and give its chemical formula.
(ii) Write a balanced chemical equation to represent the decomposition of X'.
(ii) Give one use of compound 'X' besides an antacid.
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Answer 1

Answer:

1. NaHCO3 - sodium hydrogen carbonate
2. NaHCO3__ Na2CO3 + H2O + CO2
3. it is used as fire extinguisher.

Answer 2

Answer:

the compound name is Sodium Bicarbonate or baking soda is chemical equation has two Nahco3 gives n a 2 c o 3 +CO2 + H2O again second question answer it is used for it is used to used for cooking like to bake the cake to bake the cake its chemical name is sodium hydrogen carbonate