Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology Table salt is: Iodine Potassium Chloride Sodium Bicarbonate Sodium Chloride Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Sodium chloride (NaCl) is the chemical name for common table salt. Iodine is sometimes added to salt but is not the salt itself. Potassium chloride is a salt substitute, while sodium bicarbonate is baking soda.