Baking soda on heating produces: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Baking soda on heating produces:
A. Na₂CO₃, CO₂, and H₂O
B. NaHCO₃ only
C. Na and CO₂
D. Na₂O and CO₂
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
2NaHCO₃ (heat) → Na₂CO₃ + CO₂ + H₂O. This is used in baking as CO₂ causes dough to rise. The sodium carbonate formed gives a bitter taste if excess soda is used, hence baking powder (with acid) is preferred.

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