Sodium Bicarbonate, or baking soda, is a versatile compound used in a variety of industries. It is commonly used in baking as a leavening agent and in cleaning products due to its mild abrasiveness. Sodium bicarbonate is also employed in fire extinguishers, as a pH regulator in swimming pools, and in medicine for its antacid properties. In agriculture, it can be used to manage soil pH and as a fungicide.