It's both a weak base and an (even weaker) acid.
base (proton acceptor) HCO3− + H2O <--> H2CO3 + OH− with pKb = 6.3
acid (proton donor) HCO3− + H2O <--> CO32− + H3O+ with pKa = 10.3
It is used to neutralize acids in the stomach as an antacid.
Sodium bicarbonate is a basic compound, not acidic.
Sodium bicarbonate is a basic compound.
Sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) is considered basic.
Sodium bicarbonate is considered a basic compound.
Sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) is a basic compound.
Sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) is considered a basic compound.
Bicarbonate is a basic compound.
Bicarbonate is a basic substance.
Yes, sodium bicarbonate is a basic compound.
Sodium bicarbonate is slightly basic in water as it reacts with water to produce hydroxide ions (OH-) which make the solution slightly alkaline.
Bicarbonate (bicarb) is basic.
Baking soda is basic. It is a chemical compound known as sodium bicarbonate, which can act as a mild base when dissolved in water.