Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Chemistry

Question:

Which of the following is called baking soda?

Options:

$Na_2CO_3$

$NaHCO_3$

$NaOH$

$CaCO_3$

Correct Answer:

$NaHCO_3$

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → $NaHCO_3$

Baking soda is the common name for: Sodium BicarbonateChemical formula: NaHCO₃

 

  • Na₂CO₃ → Sodium carbonate (Washing soda)

  • NaOH → Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda)

  • CaCO₃ → Calcium carbonate (Found in chalk, limestone, shells)