Chemistry · S and p Block Elements
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NaOH is named as caustic soda because _____.
- A
It corrodes the organic tissues
- B
It is used in soda water
- C
It reacts with chlorine gas
- D
It reacts with fats to form soap
NaOH is termed caustic soda due to its corrosive effects on organic tissues. (caustic = to burn)
Caustic soda is an alkali salt which is also called Lye. It is the common name of sodium hydroxide. This name is given due to the corrosive nature of this salt on animal and plant tissues.
Used in soda water isn't the reason of being called caustic soda
Reaction with chlorine gas isn't the reason of being called caustic soda
Reaction with fats to form soap is also not the reason of being called caustic soda
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