Multiple choice

A few chemicals release carbon dioxide gas, by getting decomposed in the heat of the fire, for extinguishing a fire. Which of the following chemicals cannot be used for this purpose?

a. Baking soda b. Potassium bicarbonate c. Citric acid

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option as this cannot be used to extinguish fire. Citric acid will not release carbon dioxide gas, by getting decomposed in the heat of the fire, to extinguish a fire.

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