Uses of Bases


 
 
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Uses of Bases

Uses of Bases:

The uses of various salts are:

A. Calcium hydroxide [Ca(OH)_2]

  • Used to neutralize the acidity in soils.
  • Ingredient in whitewash and mortar.
  • It is component of Bordeaux mixture used for protecting agricultural crops from pests.
  • Used in the preparation of dry mixes for painting and decorating.
  • B. Magnesium Hydroxide  [Mg (OH)_2]

  • Used as antacid help to correct excess acidity in the stomach.
  • C. Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)

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    Question : 1

    Which is used as an intacid to cure acidity ?

    Right Option : B
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    Question : 2

    ________________  used in homes to unblock drains.

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 3

    Which of the following are correct :

    (a) Calcium hydroxide is used to neutralize the acidity in soils.

    (b) Magnesium Hydroxide used as antacid help to correct excess acidity in the stomach.

    (c) Sodium Hydroxide used in the manufacture of paper, textile, detergents.

    Right Option : D
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