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Sodium bicarbonate is the chemical compound of baking soda Chemical formula: NaHCO 3 Molecular Weight: 84.01 [|Density] 2.20 g cm



The first encounters of using Sodium bicarbonate was in Egypt, as it was used in everyday life as soap or toothpaste. In 1846 John Dwight and Austin Church established a factory which for the first time made baking soda out of Sodium bicarbonate. Today Baking soda not only is used in cleaning but also in cooking as well as an active ingredient in laundry detergents and toothpaste.
 * temperature above 70 degrees Celsius, Sodium bicarbonate decomposes into sodium carbonate.
 * __History__**

Sodium Bicarbonate is a white that is crystalline but looks like a powder. Naturally occurring deposits of nahcolite (NaHCO3) are found in the [|Eocene]-age (55.8–33.9 Ma) [|Green River Formation], [|Piceance Basin] in [|Colorado]. . One of its main purposes is leavening in cooking; it acts with acidic components in foods that releases carbon dioxide which makes it rise or expand. It can also be cooked with vegetables to make them softer. Baking soda also has been used for medical uses to treat heartburn and indigestion.

Baking soda is weakly alkaline. As such, it acts to neutralize acids and break down proteins. This quality accounts for its usefulness as a tenderizer and a leaven. Also, it is baking soda ’s neutralizing action on acidic scent molecules that makes it an effective deodorizer. Added to the water when doing laundry, baking soda stabilizes the pH level, enhancing the detergent’s effectiveness. Baking soda may also be added to swimming pool water to balance the pH and keep the water clear. Baking soda also has other uses in cooking. A pinch added to tomato sauce while cooking, or coffee while brewing, will reduce acidity. A small amount added to the soaking water of beans will hasten the softening and cooking processes and reduce the beans’ propensity to cause flatulence in the eater. Baking soda is, an effective meat tenderizer. It can be added to stews or rubbed directly on a cut of meat, and then rinsed off before cooking, to make the meat more tender. When heated, baking soda undergoes a chemical reaction that gives off carbon dioxide, which makes it useful in extinguishing small grease or electrical fires. Baking soda ’s finely gritty texture makes it an excellent, gentle abrasive cleaner. It is inexpensive, environmentally friendly, fragrance-free, and safe for nearly all surfaces, making it ideal for household use. As a mild abrasive agent, baking soda can also be used in place of toothpaste. Sprinkled around the exterior entrances to and foundations of homes, it may prohibit ants and other insects from crawling in, as it is irritating to their chitinous exoskeletons and they avoid it. As an acid neutralizer, baking soda has long been favored for its various first-aid applications. Dissolved into a lukewarm bath, it will soothe the discomfort of sunburn and the itch of poison ivy. Made into a paste with cool water and applied directly to the skin, it will ease the pain of bee stings. One-half teaspoon baking soda mixed into 4 ounces (120 ml) of water can be taken as an antacid. //Note:// Those taking prescription medications or following a reduced-sodium diet should check with a physician before consuming baking soda. In 1791, Nicloas LeBlanc created sodium carbonate and in 1846, two bakers developed first factory to make baking soda from sodium carbonate and CO2 Mining: Natural deposits of NaHCO 3 are found in Piceance Basin in Colorado. Nahcolite is a colorless or white mineral consisting of pure sodium bicarbonate and is mined in areas where lakes have dried up

** Uses: **
 * It can be used in cooking, neutralizing acids and bases, medical uses
 * It is used in cooking as a leavening agent which makes the end product softer.
 * Sodium bicarbonate has been known to be used in first aid, in treating scalding, to prevent blistering and scarring.
 * Baking soda can also be used to whiten teeth
 * Sodium bicarbonate is very useful for cleaning as it quickly removes dirt
 * Sodium bicarbonate as an injection is sometimes used medicinally to replenish the body's electrolytes when severe dehydration has occurred.
 * Baking soda is added to swimming pools to moderate the effects of chlorine.
 * Baking soda can be used to put out grease fires in the kitchen

Baking soda in sports
Small amounts of sodium bicarbonate have been shown to be useful as a supplement for athletes in speed-based events, like middle distance running, lasting from about one to seven minutes. But overdose is a serious risk because sodium bicarbonate is slightly toxic and in particular gastrointestinal irritation is of concern. Additionally this practice causes a significant increase in dietary sodium.

__**Relieves:**__
Add 1/2 teaspoon to 1/2 glass of water every 2 hours or as directed by physician. Dissolve completely in water. Accurately measure 1/2 teaspoon. []
 * heartburn
 * acid indigestion
 * sour stomach
 * upset stomach due to these symptoms
 * stains on teeth

Baking soda whitens teeth

Using [|baking soda] toothpaste on a regular basis provides a range of benefits to the teeth. Baking soda is a natural ingredient that has the ability to clean and [|whiten teeth] and is frequently used by people who wish to save money and have healthy teeth at the same time. Baking soda, or [|sodium] bicarbonate, is a natural mineral that easily dissolves in water. This substance exists in many living things and helps to control pH balance.

It is a natural [|cleanser] and neutralizes any substance that causes stains or odors. Throughout the years, it has been used by people to bake, manufacture a variety of products, and clean the home. Since this substance is natural, it will not harm humans, animals, or their environment. For these reasons, many people resign to use baking soda toothpaste as their primary method of caring for teeth.