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

synonyms: baking soda, bicarbonate of soda, saleratus, sodium bicarbonate.

Dutch: maagzout, zuiveringszout
Polish: kwaśny węglan sodu, soda, soda oczyszczona, wodorowęglan sodu, bikarbonat