66. Mention two uses of the salt given below:
(a) sodium chloride

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Step 1: Sodium chloride
Sodium chloride (NaCl) is a normal salt formed by the complete neutralization of hydrochloric acid (HCl) by sodium hydroxide (NaOH).
Sodium chloride is commonly named table salt.
Step 2: Uses of Sodium chloride:
Sodium chloride is widely used as a food preservative and flavor enhancer in the food industry.
Sodium chloride is a key ingredient in the production of compounds like sodium carbonate and sodium hydrogen carbonate.

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66. Mention two uses of the salt given below: (a) sodium chloride

66. Mention two uses of the salt given below:
(a) sodium chloride