Potassium Bicarbonate (Noun)
Meaning
A crystalline salt (KHCO3) that is used in baking powder and as an antacid.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Potassium bicarbonate is often used as a substitute for baking soda in recipes that require a leavening agent but have a delicate flavor.
- The doctor recommended taking potassium bicarbonate to help neutralize stomach acid and alleviate heartburn symptoms.
- Baking powder typically contains a mixture of baking soda and potassium bicarbonate, which release carbon dioxide gas when combined with liquid ingredients.
- Potassium bicarbonate can be used to make homemade baking powder by mixing it with cream of tartar and cornstarch.
- Some people prefer to use potassium bicarbonate as an antacid because it is gentler on the stomach than other types of antacids.