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bicarbonate of soda: see sodium bicarbonate sodium bicarbonate or sodium hydrogen carbonate, chemical compound, NaHCO3, a white crystalline or granular powder, commonly known as bicarbonate of soda or baking soda. It is soluble in water and very slightly soluble in alcohol. ..... Click the link for more information. . bicarbonate of sodaor sodium bicarbonate or baking sodaInorganic compound, white, crystalline salt of sodium, chemical formula NaHCO3. It is a weak base and dissociates into water and carbon dioxide gas as it dissolves in the presence of hydrogen ions. In addition to household uses as an antacid, cleaner, and deodorizer, it is used in manufacturing effervescent salts and beverages and baking powder. Industrial uses include production of other sodium salts, treatment of wool and silk, and use in pharmaceuticals, sponge rubber, fire extinguishers, cleaners, lab reagents, mouthwash, and gold and platinum plating. bicarbonate of soda sodium bicarbonate, esp when used as a medicine or as a raising agent in baking bicarbonate of soda [bī¦kär·bə·nət əv ′sō·də] (inorganic chemistry) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Other particle blast media used in the rubber industry vary in degree of abrasiveness and subsequent mold erosion, and include silica sand, steel shot, walnut shells, bicarbonate of soda and abrasive impregnated sponge. a biting insect slips through your defenses, you can try the following "To neutralize beestings (acidic), apply bicarbonate of soda or other alkali. Help for itchy spots: Dab diluted cider vinegar or bicarbonate of soda on very itchy spots (1 tablespoon to 1 pint/ 1/2 liter of water), or let a not-very-sick child soak in a tepid bath to which a cup of vinegar or a handful of bicarbonate of soda has been added. |
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