Lithium bicarbonate

Definition

Lithium bicarbonate is a chemical compound with the formula LiHCO₃. It is a white solid that is soluble in water and commonly used as an antacid.

Related terms

Solubility:

The solubility of a substance refers to its ability to dissolve in another substance. In the case of lithium bicarbonate, it refers to how easily it dissolves in water.

Basic solution: A basic solution, also known as an alkaline solution, has a high concentration of hydroxide ions (OH⁻). It has a pH greater than 7 on the pH scale and can neutralize acids.

Hydroxide ion: A hydroxide ion (OH⁻) is a negatively charged molecule consisting of one oxygen atom and one hydrogen atom. In basic solutions, these ions are responsible for the alkaline properties.