Question

I would for sure mark brainliest! Plz answer properly with reasons and reactions Ques. What happens when caustic soda is mixed in water with (i) Calcium and (ii) Magnesium?

Answer 1

Sodium hydroxide (NaOH), also known as caustic soda, is an alkali that saponifies acids and fats in the process of making soap. ... When dissolved in water or neutralized with an acid, caustic soda releases a large amount of heat, enough to ignite combustible materials and the aqueous solution known as lye.