NEETChemistrys Block Elements
Describe two important uses of caustic soda (sodium hydroxide).
Options
- AUsed as a food preservative and in toothpaste production.
- BUtilized in the production of paper and textiles, and as a drain cleaner.
- CEmployed in the production of fireworks and as a fuel additive.
- DUsed in the production of glass and as a fertilizer.
Correct answer
B. Utilized in the production of paper and textiles, and as a drain cleaner.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) Utilized in the production of paper and textiles, and as a drain cleaner.