Loading...
Initial language selection is based on your web browser preferences.
**Molecular formula:** Na₂CO₃ **Molar mass:** 105.988 g/mol **Description:** Sodium carbonate, commonly known as soda, is a white crystalline powder that is highly soluble in water, unlike most other carbonates. Its aqueous solution is alkaline. When dissolved in water, sodium carbonate forms sodium cations (Na⁺) and carbonate anions (CO₃²⁻). It can also crystallize from aqueous solutions as sodium carbonate decahydrate (Na₂CO₃·10H₂O), known as crystalline soda. **Applications:** Sodium carbonate is used as a water softener and in the production of glass.
