Why is baking soda preferred over sodium carbonate in fire extinguishers?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) Because it forms insoluble residues
2. (B) Because it rapidly produces hydrogen gas
3. (C) Because it reacts vigorously producing heat
4. (D) Because it easily releases carbon dioxide with acid

Verified Answer

Option (D): Because it easily releases carbon dioxide with acid

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