944ChemistryMedium
NaOH is named as caustic soda because________________?
AIt corrodes the organic tissues
BIt is used in soda water
CIt reacts with fats to form soap
DIt reacts with chlorine gas
Correct answer
A. It corrodes the organic tissues
Explanation
It corrodes the organic tissues is the correct answer. Review the question and compare it with the other choices to remember this fact for future exams.