Calcium carbonate (kal see um kar bon ate) is a calcium salt. It is used as an antacid to relieve the symptoms of indigestion and heartburn. It is also used to prevent osteoporosis, as a calcium supplement, and to treat high phosphate levels in patients with kidney disease.
- CAS No. : 471-34-1
- Melting Point : 825°C (1517°F)
- Color : White
- Specific Gravity : 2.8 (Water = 1)
- Odor : Odorless
- Taste : Chalky
- Molecular Weight : 100.09 g/mole
