Why sodium bicarbonate is called baking soda?
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Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO3) is called baking soda because when heated, it releases carbon dioxide gas, which is responsible for the rising of cookies, doughnuts, and bread. Calculate the volume (in liters) of CO2 produced by heating 5.18g of NaHCO3 at 180 degrees C and 1.14atm.
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Sodium Bicarbonate is used in preparation of bread. When it is heated, it releases carbon dioxide gas, which helps in rising of the dough and makes it fluffy. So it is called baking soda
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