Question

Bases are used in:

• A. manufaturing of shampoo
• B. antacids
• C. preparation of chloride salts
• D. manufacturing of washing soap

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A manufaturing of shampoo
B antacids
D manufacturing of washing soap

Base is a chemical substance which releases ${\text{OH}}^{-}\text{(aq)}$ ions when dissolved in water. They play an important role in our day to day life. Some of the uses of bases are given below.

1) Potassium hydroxide is used in manufacturing of shampoo.

2) Sodium hydroxide is used in manufacturing of washing soaps.

3) Magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia) is used as antacid to treat acidity.