2021 · Q114
Which one of the following is used in soda-acid fire extinguishers ?
General KnowledgeChemistry
- ASodium chloride
- BSodium hydrogen carbonate
- CCalcium hydroxide
- DAcetic acid
Explanation
Soda-acid fire extinguishers use sodium hydrogen carbonate (baking soda) together with sulphuric acid; their reaction releases carbon dioxide, which smothers the fire by cutting off oxygen. Sodium chloride, calcium hydroxide and acetic acid are not used in soda-acid extinguishers. The compound used is sodium hydrogen carbonate.