soda ash

American  

noun

Chemistry.

1. sodium carbonate.

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soda ash British  

noun

1. the anhydrous commercial form of sodium carbonate

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Etymology

Origin of soda ash

First recorded in 1830–40

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Example Sentences

The raw materials needed to make glass, including sand, soda ash and limestone, emit CO2 while they are being heated.

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One key detail is that, unlike standard glass, the production of this glass doesn't need soda ash or limestone.

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Market confidence had taken a hit after natural soda ash producer WE Soda decided to cancel its London IPO amid heightened concerns over the health of the market.

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Natural soda ash producer WE Soda withdrew plans this week to list in London.

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The world's largest producer of natural soda ash has scrapped plans to sell shares on the London Stock Exchange just a week after announcing the move.

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