Carbonate
Carbonate
Carbonate (/kɑːrˈbəʊneɪt/, from Latin carbo, meaning "coal") is a term used in chemical nomenclature to refer to a salt or ester of carbonic acid.
Etymology
The term "carbonate" is derived from "carbon", the sixth most abundant element in the universe. The Latin word for carbon, carbo, means "coal". The "-ate" suffix indicates that the compound contains a polyatomic ion with oxygen.
Description
Carbonates are characterized by the presence of the carbonate ion, CO32−. They are a major component of rocks and shells, and are also found in many minerals. Carbonates react with acids to produce carbon dioxide, water, and a salt.
Related Terms
- Bicarbonate: A salt containing the anion HCO3−, derived from carbonic acid.
- Calcium Carbonate: A common substance found in rocks and the main component of shells of marine organisms, snails, and eggshells.
- Sodium Carbonate: A sodium salt of carbonic acid, often used in glass manufacture.
- Carbonic Acid: A weak acid formed when carbon dioxide is dissolved in water.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Carbonate
- Wikipedia's article - Carbonate
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