Write two uses of each of the following compounds
(i) Sodium bi-carbonate
(ii) Potassium aluminium sulphate

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Complete and balance the following:
(i) Sodium bi-carbonate
1) It is used in the preparation of baking powder and siedlitz powder.
2) It is used in the preparation of effervescent drinks and fruit salts.
(ii) Potassium aluminium sulphate
1) It is used in the purification of water.
2) It is used in tanning of leather.

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