calcium carbonate
English
editNoun
editcalcium carbonate (uncountable)
- (inorganic chemistry) A colourless or white inorganic compound, CaCO3, occurring as chalk, limestone, marble etc; reacts with acids to liberate carbon dioxide.
Synonyms
edit- E170 (when used as a food coloring)
- carbonate of lime
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editCaCO3
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