BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 40
Which of the following are the constituents of a soda-acid fire extinguisher?
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Answer: (C) Dil. sulphuric acid and sodium bicarbonate solution
Explanation
In a soda-acid extinguisher, H₂SO₄ reacts with NaHCO₃ solution to produce CO₂ under pressure.
- (A) Incorrect
Wrong: aluminium sulphate is used in foam extinguishers.
- (B) Incorrect
Wrong: sodium bicarbonate, not carbonate, is used.
- (C) Correct
Correct: they react to release CO₂ that smothers the fire.
- (D) Incorrect
Wrong: wrong base and acid strength.