calcium carbonate

noun [U]

/ˌkæl.si.əmˈkɑː.bən.eɪt/

/-ˈkɑːr-/ specialized

Definition

› a common, white chemical compound found naturally as chalk, marble, and limestone, and in bones and shells, etc.Specific chemicals, chemical compounds and gasesSubstances and structures in the bodyTypes of chemical

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