baking soda vs saleratus

baking soda and saleratus both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
baking soda	Yes	No	No	No
saleratus	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, baking soda and saleratus are synonyms defined as:

baking soda and saleratus: a white soluble compound (NaHCO3) used in effervescent drinks and in baking powders and as an antacid

Other synonyms of baking soda include bicarbonate of soda, sodium bicarbonate, sodium hydrogen carbonate.

baking soda (noun)	saleratus (noun)
a white soluble compound (NaHCO3) used in effervescent drinks and in baking powders and as an antacid	a white soluble compound (NaHCO3) used in effervescent drinks and in baking powders and as an antacid