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Washing soda is `Na_(2)CO_(3).xH_(2)O`. The value of `"x"` is __________

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To determine the value of "x" in the formula for washing soda, which is represented as Na₂CO₃·xH₂O, we need to know the correct number of water molecules associated with washing soda. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Chemical Formula**: - The chemical formula for washing soda is given as Na₂CO₃·xH₂O. Here, Na₂CO₃ represents sodium carbonate, and xH₂O represents the water of crystallization. 2. **Know the Common Hydrate Form**: - The common hydrate form of washing soda is sodium carbonate decahydrate, which is Na₂CO₃·10H₂O. This means that for every formula unit of sodium carbonate, there are 10 water molecules associated with it. 3. **Set Up the Equation**: - From the common knowledge of washing soda, we can equate x to the number of water molecules in the hydrate form. Therefore, we can write: \[ x = 10 \] 4. **Conclusion**: - Thus, the value of x in the formula Na₂CO₃·xH₂O is 10. ### Final Answer: The value of "x" is **10**.
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