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Identify the salts W, X, Y and Z from their uses.
W: Usedin medicines and fire extinguishers
X : Used in purification of water
Y: Used in fireworks
Z: Used as a fungicide

A

W- Sodium carbonate , X-Potash alum , Y-Copper sulphate , Z-Sodium nitrate

B

W-Potassium chloride , X-Silver nitrate , Y-Sodium bicarbonate , Z-Potassium sulphate

C

W-Potassium nitrate , X-Sodium carbonate , Y-Potash alum , Z-Sodium chloride

D

W-Sodium bicarbonate , X-Potash alum , Y-Potassium nitrate , Z-Copper sulphate

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To identify the salts W, X, Y, and Z based on their uses, we can analyze each use and match it with the appropriate salt. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify Salt W**: - **Use**: W is used in medicines and fire extinguishers. - **Analysis**: One common salt that is used in both medicines and fire extinguishers is **Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO₃)**, also known as baking soda. It is used in antacids and can also be found in some fire extinguishers. **Conclusion**: W = Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO₃) 2. **Identify Salt X**: - **Use**: X is used in the purification of water. - **Analysis**: A common salt used for water purification is **Alum (Potassium Aluminum Sulfate, KAl(SO₄)₂·12H₂O)**. It is widely used in water treatment processes to clarify water. **Conclusion**: X = Alum (KAl(SO₄)₂·12H₂O) 3. **Identify Salt Y**: - **Use**: Y is used in fireworks. - **Analysis**: A common salt used in fireworks is **Potassium Nitrate (KNO₃)**. It serves as an oxidizer in fireworks, helping to create the desired effects. **Conclusion**: Y = Potassium Nitrate (KNO₃) 4. **Identify Salt Z**: - **Use**: Z is used as a fungicide. - **Analysis**: A well-known salt used as a fungicide is **Copper Sulfate (CuSO₄)**. It is often used in agriculture to control fungal diseases in plants. **Conclusion**: Z = Copper Sulfate (CuSO₄) ### Final Summary: - W = Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO₃) - X = Alum (KAl(SO₄)₂·12H₂O) - Y = Potassium Nitrate (KNO₃) - Z = Copper Sulfate (CuSO₄)

To identify the salts W, X, Y, and Z based on their uses, we can analyze each use and match it with the appropriate salt. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify Salt W**: - **Use**: W is used in medicines and fire extinguishers. - **Analysis**: One common salt that is used in both medicines and fire extinguishers is **Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO₃)**, also known as baking soda. It is used in antacids and can also be found in some fire extinguishers. ...
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