Q. Which sodium compound is used in the manufacturing of glass, soap, washing powder & for the softening of water?
Solution:
Sodium carbonate is used in the manufacture of glass, paper, rayon, soaps, and detergents. It is also used as a water softener, since carbonate can precipitate the calcium and magnesium ions present in “hard” water.
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