Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A carbonate in which both hydrogen atoms of the acid are replaced by basic elements or radicals: distinguished from
bicarbonates , in which only one hydrogen atom is so replaced. More appropriately callednormal carbonate .
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This combines with the carbonic acid which is present, either free or as carbonates, to form an insoluble monocarbonate of lime.
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