Give two important uses of washing soda and baking soda.

Explanation

Uses of washing soda `(N/A_2CO_3.10H_2O)` :
1) Washing soda (sodium carboN/Ate) is used in glass, soap and paper industries.
2) It is used in the manufacture of sodium compounds such as borax.
3) Sodium carboN/Ate can be used as a cleaning agent for domestic purposes.
4) It is used for removing permanent hardness of water.
Uses of baking soda `(N/AHCO_310)H_2O` :
1) Baking soda (Sodium hydrogen carboN/Ate) is used for faster cooking.
2) Baking powder( a mixture of baking soda and a mild acid) is used in preparation of cakes.
3) Sodium hydrogen carboN/Ate is also an ingredient in antacids.
4) It is also used in soda - acid, fire extinguishers.
5) It acts as a mild antiseptic.