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Chemistry Compounds and Their Uses

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This deck covers the various uses of common chemical compounds such as washing soda, baking soda, bleaching powder, and more. It is designed to help students understand the practical applications of these substances in everyday life and industry.

What is one use of washing soda in household cleaning?

Washing soda can be used to remove tough stains from kitchenware or soap scum from bathroom surfaces.

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What is one use of washing soda in household cleaning?
Washing soda can be used to remove tough stains from kitchenware or soap scum from bathroom surfaces.
How can baking soda be used in oral hygiene?
Baking soda can be used as a mouthwash and as a teeth whitener.
What is a common use of bleaching powder in household maintenance?
Bleaching powder can be used to clean cutting boards and get rid of mold and mildew.
For what medical purpose is Plaster of Paris used?
Plaster of Paris is used for setting fractured bones in hospitals.
What is a primary industrial use of sodium hydroxide?
Sodium hydroxide is used in the manufacture of paper, with 25% of its industrial use dedicated to this purpose.
Name one use of chlorine in industrial processes.
Chlorine is used in the production of chlorides and chlorinated solvents.

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TermDefinition
What is one use of washing soda in household cleaning?
Washing soda can be used to remove tough stains from kitchenware or soap scum from bathroom surfaces.
How can baking soda be used in oral hygiene?
Baking soda can be used as a mouthwash and as a teeth whitener.
What is a common use of bleaching powder in household maintenance?
Bleaching powder can be used to clean cutting boards and get rid of mold and mildew.
For what medical purpose is Plaster of Paris used?
Plaster of Paris is used for setting fractured bones in hospitals.
What is a primary industrial use of sodium hydroxide?
Sodium hydroxide is used in the manufacture of paper, with 25% of its industrial use dedicated to this purpose.
Name one use of chlorine in industrial processes.
Chlorine is used in the production of chlorides and chlorinated solvents.
How is hydrogen used in energy production?
Hydrogen fuel cells produce electricity, and hydrogen can also be burned for electricity generation and heating.
What is a cosmetic use of ethanol?
Ethanol is used in hand sanitizers to kill microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses.
What is a common culinary use of ethanoic acid?
Ethanoic acid is used in the form of vinegar for food preparation.
How are esters used in the food industry?
Esters are used as flavoring agents, providing fruity flavors like banana and apple.