What is Sodium Barcarbonate and Bicarbonate of Soda used for? What is the difference between them?

Answer 1

They are the same things.

Sodium bicarbonate is the chemical compound with the formula NaHCO3. Because it has long been known and is widely used, the salt has many other names including sodium hydrogencarbonate, sodium bicarb, baking soda, bread soda, cooking soda, bicarb soda, saleratus or bicarbonate of soda.

Applications:

Cooking - Sodium bicarbonate is primarily used in cooking (baking) where it reacts with other components to release carbon dioxide, that helps dough "rise."
A small amount can be added to a beef stew to make tough meat tenderize faster.
Can be used when preparing tomato sauce to neutralize the tomato's acidity.
It is added to beans in water to prevent flatulence produced by digesting them.

Miscellaneous and domestic uses

As a deodorizer

An absorbent for moisture and odors e.g; an open box can be left in a refrigerator for this purpose. However, according to one source, baking soda does not actually absorb odors well when used in a refrigerator.
To help relieve itching due to bacterial infections

As pest control

It may be used to kill fleas, ants, and other insect pests; the powder abrades their exoskeletons. If it is applied to a pet's fur, it should be rinsed off to prevent skin problems.
Can be used to kill crab grass. Must be used repeatedly to control but is effective. Dampen area then sprinkle lightly, too much may harm desired grass temporarily.

Medical uses

It is used as an antacid to treat acid indigestion and heartburn.
Mixed with water and drunk, it can relieve cystitis.
Mixed with water in a 10% solution can soften earwax for removal.


More info:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sodium_bicarbonate

Answer 2

Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate or bicarbonate of soda (alkali) is about four times as strong as baking powder. It is used in recipes that contain an acidic ingredient (e.g. vinegar, citrus juice, sour cream, yogurt, buttermilk, chocolate, cocoa (not Dutch-processed), honey, molasses (also brown sugar), fruits and maple syrup). Baking soda starts to react and release carbon dioxide gas as soon as it is added to the batter and moistened. Make sure to bake the batter immediately. Baking soda has an indefinite shelf life if stored in a sealed container in a cool dry place. Too much baking soda will result in a soapy taste with a coarse, open crumb. DO NOT CONFUSE WITH BAKING POWDER

Answer 3

These are 2 different names for the same material - provided you spell them properly. It is sodium bicarbonate and bicarbonate of soda.

This is a source of alkalinity.

Answer 4

They are both the same thing, also known as baking soda. This is the difference between plain flour and self-raising flour. Self-raising flour has bicarbonate of soda added. When heated, it gives off carbon dioxide, which forms bubbles and makes the bread or cake rise and makes it light in texture.

See the Wiki entry below for loads more information.

Answer 5

sodium barcarbonate bicarbonate soda difference

Answer 6

Sodium Bicarbonate not barcorbonate....
bicarbonate of soda is the same thing..


NaHCO3.

aka baking soda...

used for lots of things.....

Answer 7

It is the same and used as a raising agent, sometimes it is used with plain flour instead of using self raising flour, at others it is added to SR flour to make ig rise even more for recipes such as scones.

Answer 8

it's the same thing and is used for many many things.
You can use it to clean the fridge, wash salad, clean your teeth if mixed with toothpaste, wash the floor, one t-spoon can be drunk with water for indigestion and 2 t-spoons as a laxative, I am sure there are other uses, it tenderizes some foods I think.

Answer 9

same thing