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Is baking soda an element?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking if baking soda is classified as an element in chemistry. To answer this, we need to clarify that baking soda, chemically known as sodium bicarbonate, is a compound made up of different elements, not an individual element.

Answer

Baking soda is a compound.

The final answer is baking soda is a compound.

Answer for screen readers

The final answer is baking soda is a compound.

More Information

Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, has the chemical formula NaHCO3 and consists of sodium (Na), hydrogen (H), carbon (C), and oxygen (O).

Tips

A common mistake is to assume that substances in common use are elements. Always remember that compounds consist of two or more elements chemically bonded together.

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