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Question
Give two important uses of baking soda.
Solution
Two important uses of baking soda are:
- It is mainly used in the preparation of baking powder. Baking powder is a mixture of baking soda and a mild acid known as tartaric acid. When it is heated or mixed in water, it releases CO2 that makes bread or cake fluffy.
- It is used in soda-acid fire extinguishers.
- It can be used to test the garden soil for acidity. If bubbles develop, then the soil Is too acidic
- If used on washing car, it will remove dead bug bodies without damaging the color or paint on the car.
- It is used in medicines as an antacid to remove the acidity of the stomach. Therefore, it is an important constituent of an antacid.
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