Question

List the raw materials required for the manufacture of baking soda and describe the process with the help of suitable chemical equations.

Answer 1

Answer:

ammonia,water , carbondioxide, sodium chloride

Explanation:

NH3+H2O+CO2=NH4HCO3

NH4HCO3+NaCl=NaHCO3+NH4Cl

sodium bicarbonate formed in the above reaction is sparingly soluble in water whereas ammonium chloride is highly soluble. hence sodium bicarbonate separates out as a solid.it is filtered and dried