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Is sodium hydrogencarbonate an acid

Updated: 9/17/2023
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By Sodium hydrogencarbonate, I understand you mean Na HCO3, Sodium Bicarbonate. This is also known as baking soda. No, it is not an acid. Actually, it is used as an antacid (this can also be called an anti-acid, or even a base), and will raise pH.

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