Which of the following is NOT the use of baking soda in the kitchen?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is: (a) For food colouring

Explanation:

• Baking soda (chemical name: sodium bicarbonate, NaHCO₃) is not used for food colouring.

• It is widely used in the kitchen as a leavening agent in baking (helps dough rise), in antacids to relieve acidity, and even in fire extinguishers due to its ability to release CO₂ when heated.

• However, food colouring requires dyes or pigments, not baking soda.

Information Booster:

• Baking soda reacts with acids like vinegar or lemon juice to release carbon dioxide (CO₂).

• It is commonly used in baking cakes, muffins, and bread.

• Acts as a fire suppressant by releasing CO₂ to smother flames.

• Used in antacids to neutralize excess stomach acid.

• It has mild abrasive and deodorizing properties for cleaning as well.