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Which of the following inorganic compound is famous as raising agent?

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Ammonium bicarbonate
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Ammonium carbonate
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Ammonium chloride
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Ammonium dichloride
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Solution

The correct option is A Ammonium bicarbonate
Ammonium bicarbonate is an inorganic compound with formula (NH4)HCO3. It is used in the food industry as a raising agent for flat baked goods, such as cookies and crackers, and in China in steamed buns and Chinese almond cookies.

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