Question

What are the five uses of washing soda?

Answer 1

Washing soda:

• Sodium carbonate decahydrate $\left({\mathrm{Na}}_2{\mathrm{CO}}_3.10{\mathrm{H}}_2\mathrm{O}\right)$ is commonly known as washing soda.
• It is a crystalline solid which is white in color.
• It is basic in nature.

Uses of washing soda:

• It is used as a laboratory reagent.
• It is used in removing stains.
• It is used in removing the permanent hardness of the water.
• It is used in the manufacturing of soap, paper as well as glass.
• It is also used in textiles and petroleum refining.