Leaveners

Question 1

Baking Soda

Answer 1

Sodium Bicarbonate

Used as a chemical leavener to make dough and batter rise.

Question 2

Baking Soda Reaction

Answer 2

When dissolved in liquid and combined with an acid such as buttermilk, molasses, sour cream or yogurt, a chemical reaction occurs that produces carbon dioxide to leaven baked goods.