Baking powder is a mixture of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Baking powder is a mixture of:
A. NaHCO₃ and tartaric acid
B. NaHCO₃ and NaCl
C. NaHCO₃ and acetic acid
D. Na₂CO₃ and HCl
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Baking powder = sodium bicarbonate + weak solid acid (usually tartaric acid or cream of tartar). On moistening, they react to produce CO₂, causing dough to rise without requiring external acidic ingredient.

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