Washing soda (Na₂CO₃·10H₂O) is obtained by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Washing soda (Na₂CO₃·10H₂O) is obtained by:
A. Electrolysis of brine
B. Recrystallization of sodium carbonate from its aqueous solution
C. Heating baking soda
D. Reaction of NaCl with CaCO₃
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Sodium carbonate (soda ash) is dissolved in water and crystallized to obtain washing soda. Heating baking soda gives anhydrous sodium carbonate. Brine electrolysis gives NaOH, Cl₂, H₂. Solvay process makes Na₂CO₃.

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