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What is SODIUM BICARBONATE?

Sodium bicarbonate, or baking soda, is a chemical compound with the formula NaHCO3. It is a white crystalline powder that is commonly used in cooking. It is primarily used as a leavening agent.

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Sodium bicarbonate (IUPAC name: sodium hydrogen carbonate), commonly known as baking soda or bicarbonate of soda (or simply "bicarb", especially in the UK), or salaratus, is a chemical compound with the formula NaHCO3. It is a salt composed of a sodium cation (Na+) and a bicarbonate anion (HCO?3). Sodium bicarbonate is a white solid that is crystalline but often appears as a fine powder. It has a slightly salty, alkaline taste resembling that of sodium carbonate ("washing soda").