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Saleratus
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What's The Definition Of Saleratus?
[n] a white soluble compound used in effervescent drinks and in baking powders and as an antacid
Synonyms | Synonyms for Saleratus: baking soda | bicarbonate of soda | sodium bicarbonate | sodium hydrogencarbonate Related Terms | Find terms related to Saleratus: See Also | organic compound Saleratus In Webster's Dictionary \Sal`e*ra"tus\, n. [NL. sal a["e]ratus; -- so called
because it is a source of fixed air (carbon dioxide). See
{Sal}, and and {A["e]rated}.] (Old Chem.)
A["e]rated 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.
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