bicarbonate
/baɪˈkɑrbənət/
noun
- A chemical compound containing hydrogen, carbon, and oxygen, often used in baking, cleaning, and medicine. The most common form is sodium bicarbonate (baking soda).
- The doctor prescribed a bicarbonate solution to help with the patient's indigestion.
- Bicarbonate is a key ingredient in many baking recipes.
- Some toothpaste contains bicarbonate to help whiten teeth.
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