The chemical name of washing soda is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The chemical name of washing soda is:
A. Sodium bicarbonate
B. Sodium hydroxide
C. Sodium chloride
D. Sodium carbonate decahydrate
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Washing soda is sodium carbonate decahydrate, with the chemical formula Na₂CO₃·10H₂O. Sodium bicarbonate is baking soda (NaHCO₃). Sodium hydroxide is caustic soda (NaOH), and sodium chloride is common table salt (NaCl). Washing soda is used for cleaning and water softening.

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