Question

Which acid is produced in the human digestive system? what happens when the body produces
too much of this acid? Name a base that is used in antacids.


please give me short answer!!​

Answer 1

Answer:

Hydrochloric Acid is produced in the human digestive system. When body produces too much HCl, then it causes Acidity. NaOH(Sodium hydroxide( is used in antacids.

Answer 2

Answer:

The acid produced is Hydrochloric Acid (HCl). Too much of this acid may damage the mucus layer in the stomach and cause Acidity.

Milk of Magnesia [Magnesium Hydroxide - Mg(OH)2] is used in making antacids.

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