Multiple choice general knowledge

Chemically baking soda is

  1. Calcium phosphate

  2. Sodium bicarbonate

  3. Sodium chloride

  4. Baker's yeast
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Explanation

Baking soda is the common name for sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3), a white crystalline compound used in baking as a leavening agent. It releases carbon dioxide when heated or mixed with acid, causing dough to rise. Don't confuse it with baking powder, which contains sodium bicarbonate plus additional ingredients.

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