Question

6. Give reason:

a. Antacid is taken during the problem of acidity
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Answer 1

Explanation:

Acidity is caused due to the excess production of acids in the stomach. An antacid tablet contains bases, such as milk of magnesia(magnesium hydroxide, gelusil,etc. These bases react with excess of acids and neutralize the effect of excessive acid and brings relief.

Answer 2

Answer:

They neutralize the excess of acid in the stomach.

Explanation:

Antacids are basic in nature due to which they react with acid HCL in a stomach to produce salt and water which reduces the pain from acidity .

Eg: NaHCO3