A solution of a substance ‘X’ is used for white-washing.

i. Name the substance ‘X’ and write its formula.


ii. Write the reaction of the substance ‘X’ named in (i) above with water.

i. The substance X is Sodium Carbonate, and the formula of Sodium Carbonate is Na2CO3.


ii. The reaction of sodium carbonate with water is given below:


Na2CO3 + 10H2O Na2CO3.10H2O


Explanation:


i. Washing soda is another chemical that can be obtained from sodium chloride.


ii. Sodium carbonate is obtained by heating baking soda (NaHCO3).


iii. When sodium carbonate reacts with water, it forms Washing Soda.


iv. The chemical formula of washing soda is Na2CO3.10H2O.


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