Which of the following is called 'Pearl ash'?

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  1. Na2CO3
  2. NaHCO3
  3. K2CO3
  4. CaCO3

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Option 3 : K2CO3
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K2COor potassium carbonate is known as pearl ash.

  • Pearl ash, in ancient times, was created by baking potash in a kiln in order to remove impurities. The remaining fine, white powder was pearl ash.
  • Potassium carbonate is an inorganic compound and a white salt which is soluble in water.
  • It is mainly used in the production of glass and soap.

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Chemical Formula Chemical Name Common Name
Na2CO3 Sodium Carbonate Washing soda
NaHCO3 Sodium bicarbonate Baking soda
K2CO3 Potasium carbonate Pearl ash
CaCO3 Calsium carbonate Limestone
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