Question

(ii) When you take in antacid, the reaction between magnesium carbonate and hydrochloric acid in your stomach may cause pain and discomfort. Explain why??

Answer 1

Answer:

A reaction between an acid and base is called neutralisation. This neutralisation makes the stomach contents less corrosive. This can help to relieve the pain associated with ulcers and the burning sensation in acid reflux. When antacids work on stomach acid, they can produce gas which may cause wind (flatulence).