Sodium Bicarbonate is a white crystalline compound commonly used in baking, cleaning, and as a fire extinguisher.
- Baking: Used as a leavening agent in baking and cooking.
- Cleaning: Applied as a cleaning agent in household and industrial products.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used in antacids and other medical formulations.
- Fire Extinguishers: Used in dry chemical fire extinguishers and as a fire suppression agent.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties |
Data |
| Appearance |
White crystalline powder |
| Odor |
Odorless |
| Molecular Formula |
NaHCO3 |
| Molecular Weight |
84.01 g/mol |
| Melting Point |
270 °C (decomposes) |
| Density |
2.20 g/cm³ |
| Solubility |
Soluble in water |
| Flash Point |
Not applicable |
| Chemical Stability |
Stable under normal conditions, but decomposes under heat or acidic conditions |