Out of the following, which can be used

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Chemistry

Question:

Out of the following, which can be used as a cleaning agent for domestic purposes?

Options:

Gypsum

Plaster of Paris

Washing soda

Baking soda

Correct Answer:

Washing soda

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 3. Washing soda.

Sodium carbonate (Washing soda - Na₂CO₃.10H₂O) can be used as a cleaning agent for domestic purposes.

It is also used in glass, soap and paper industries as well as in removing permanent hardness of water.