Question

What are carbonates ? How are they formed and what are their effects?

Answer 1

1. Carbonates are the salts of Carbonic Acid.

2. They are formed by the reaction of metal ion with carbonic acid or carbon dioxide.

3. Carbonates have following effects:

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• confusion or irritability
• headache
• loss of appetite
• nausea, vomiting
• unusually weak or tired