Question

How would you differentiate between baking powder and washing soda​

Answer 1

Answer:

On heating (baking soda), CO2 (carbon dioxide) gas is given out that turns limewater milky While on heating . 10H2O (washing soda) water of crystallization is given out and the salt becomes anhydrous.

Answer 2

Answer:

Baking powder

■ NaHCO3

■ On heating produces CO2 and turns lime water milky

■ Edible

■ Harmless

Washing soda

■ Na2CO3 . 10H2O

■ doesn't produces any gas on heating

■ It is not edible

■ It is of caustic base and can cause irritation.