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Which of the following is not related to baking soda?

A
The molecular formula is NaHCO3
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It is used in soda -acid fire extinguishers
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C
It is alkaline in nature
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D
It is acidic in nature
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Solution

The correct option is D It is acidic in nature
Baking soda is the inorganic compound with the molecular formula NaHCO3 which is white in color.

Baking soda on reaction with acid releases carbon dioxide gas which extinguish the fire, therefore, it is used in soda-acid fire extinguishers.

Baking soda solution with water is alkaline and turns red litmus to blue.

Hence, option D is the answer.

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