Question

Is the nature of substance present in antacid acidic or basic? name the chemical substance present in it ?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The general definition of an acid is a compound that gives off H+ ions. Some examples of antacids are NaHCO3 (sodium bicarbonate) and Mg(OH)2 (magnesium hydroxide). When Mg(OH)2 is dissolved in water, it gives off Mg2+ ions and also two OH- ions (hydroxide). Therefore, it is a base because it gives off OH- ions.

Answer 2

Hi friend!

Antacid is basic in nature. A common form of antacid, milk of magnesia contains magnesium hydroxide.

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