Calcium Carbonate (alkali) Flashcards
1
Q
What is calcium carbonate?
A
Chemical compound which is insoluble.
2
Q
Where is calcium carbonate normally found?
A
In chalk, limestone, marble, mollusc shells and stony coral
3
Q
What is calcium carbonate’s chemical formula?
A
CaCO3
4
Q
Can you eat calcium carbonate?
A
You can
5
Q
What is calcium carbonate made from?
A
Calcium, oxygen, carbon
6
Q
What can we use calcium carbonate for?
A
As an antacid for indigestion, a calcium supplement