Chemistrymedium · Past Paper
Which of the following is used in fire extinguishers?
ASodium carbonate
BSodium bicarbonate
CPotassium chloride
DCalcium hydroxide
✓ Correct Answer: B — Sodium bicarbonate
Sodium bicarbonate reacts with acid in the extinguisher to release CO2 gas, which smothers fire.
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