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BIOCHEMISTRY

PROPERTIES OF WATER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The active ingredient in Windex (glass cleaner) is Ammonia. In a solution of water, ammonia acts as ____
A
a base
B
an acid
C
a powerful acid
D
a dissolver of metals
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Ammonium Hydroxide. Ammonium Hydroxide: Used in water treatment, hair dye, and Window cleaner. The chemical formula of Ammonium hydroxide is NH4OH. Ammonia is alkaline in nature.

Detailed explanation-2: -Many cleaning products, including window cleaners, contain ammonia. Ammonia is a substance called a base. Bases are the opposite of acids. They have a slippery feel.

Detailed explanation-3: -Why Is Ammonia Added To Glass Cleaners? Ammonia has a favorable characteristic of evaporating rapidly. As it evaporates, it doesn’t leave behind residue that attracts dirt and dust. Because it evaporates quickly, it is less likely to leave streaks, which makes it a popular choice as an additive to glass cleaners.

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