plural of bicarbonate

(chemistry) the univalent anion HCO₃⁻; any salt of carbonic acid in which only one of the hydrogen atoms has been replaced. / sodium bicarbonate used as a mild antacid; bicarbonate of soda

plural of sodium bicarbonate

(chemistry) A salt of sodium hydroxide and carbonic acid, NaHCO₃. / This salt used in cooking as a raising agent, as an antacid, a cleaner, etc.

sodium bicarbonate

(inorganic chemistry) An odorless, slightly basic substance which is soluble in water and often used to offset acidity.

(inorganic chemistry) NH₄HCO₃; a white powder with properties similar to those of ammonium carbonate.