Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

What is the comman name of the compound NaCl

  1. common salt

  2. phenol

  3. oil

  4. sugar
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Explanation

NaCl (sodium chloride) is commonly known as common salt or table salt. It's the most familiar salt used in food preservation and seasoning. Phenol is C6H5OH, and 'oil' and 'sugar' are not specific compounds.

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To answer this question, you need to understand the common name for the compound NaCl.

Option A) Common salt - This option is correct. NaCl is commonly known as common salt. It is a white crystalline solid that is used as a seasoning and preservative in food.

Option B) Phenol - This option is incorrect. Phenol is a different compound with the chemical formula C6H6O.

Option C) Oil - This option is incorrect. Oil is a generic term for a variety of substances that are liquid at room temperature, such as vegetable oil or mineral oil. It is not the common name for NaCl.

Option D) Sugar - This option is incorrect. Sugar refers to a class of sweet-tasting substances, such as sucrose or glucose. It is not the common name for NaCl.

The correct answer is A) common salt. This option is correct because NaCl is commonly known as common salt.

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