What is the chemical composition of a soda-acid type fire extinguisher?

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Q: 5 (CDS-I/2023)
What is the chemical composition of a soda-acid type fire extinguisher?

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Science & Technology

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CDS-I

Soda-acid fire extinguishers contain sodium bicarbonate (sodium hydrogen carbonate) and sulfuric acid. When mixed, these produce carbon dioxide, which helps extinguish fires.