Phrases starting with the letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Previous word: potassium arsenite
Next word: potassium chlorate
Definition of: potassium carbonate
Chem.
A white, strongly alkaline compound, K2CO3, prepared from wood ashes and also from potassium sulfate obtained from salt beds: used in the manufacture of soft soap and glass. Also called potash.
Comment about this word, ask questions, or add new information about this topic: