natron

/ˈneɪtrɑn/
noun
  1. A natural salt mixture of sodium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate, used in ancient times for embalming and cleaning.
    • The dry lake bed was rich in natron deposits.
    • Natron was also used as a cleaning agent in ancient households.
    • Ancient Egyptians used natron to dry out bodies during mummification.
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