bicarbonate of soda, sodium hydrogen carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, baking soda, saleratus(noun)

a white soluble compound (NaHCO3) used in effervescent drinks and in baking powders and as an antacid

saleratus(Noun)

sodium bicarbonate

saleratus(Noun)

potassium bicarbonate

Saleratus(noun)

aerated salt; a white crystalline substance having an alkaline taste and reaction, consisting of sodium bicarbonate (see under Sodium.) It is largely used in cooking, with sour milk (lactic acid) or cream of tartar as a substitute for yeast. It is also an ingredient of most baking powders, and is used in the preparation of effervescing drinks