plural of Carbone

A surname.

(inorganic chemistry) The alkaline salt K₂CO₃, that is the major constituent of potash; it is used in the production of glass and some soaps.

(obsolete, inorganic chemistry) potassium carbonate

Water containing carbon dioxide dissolved in it under pressure.

calcium carbonate

(inorganic chemistry) A colourless or white inorganic compound, CaCO₃, occurring as chalk, limestone, marble etc; reacts with acids to liberate carbon dioxide.

(inorganic chemistry, countable) Synonym of bicarbonate / (inorganic chemistry, uncountable) carbonic acid

(inorganic chemistry) The ammonium salt of carbonic acid, (NH₄)₂CO₃; a white powder, smelling of ammonia, used in the preparation of smelling salts and baking powder.

(chemistry) The lithium salt of carbonic acid, Li₂CO₃, used in the manufacture of glass and ceramics, and medically, in the treatment of bipolar disorder.