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What is the chemical name of common table salt?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Sodium Bicarbonate
  2. Sodium Chloride
  3. Potassium Chloride
  4. Calcium Chloride

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Sodium Chloride

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Sodium Chloride šŸ“š Explanation: Table salt is chemically known as Sodium Chloride ($NaCl$), composed of equal parts of the elements sodium and chlorine. It is essential for human health as it helps regulate fluid balance and nerve signals in the body. Beyond its use as a seasoning, it is a vital industrial chemical used in the production of glass, paper, and detergents.