Question

Why nahco3 is used in soda acid fire extinguisher as well as for making baking powder?

Answer 1

Sodium bicarbonate is utilized in a multitude of applications, not the least of which is the soda-acid fire extinguisher. When sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) is heated, it becomes sodium carbonate. ... The sodium carbonate (also known as washing soda) is used in pools as well as a cleaner for coffee makers.