Question

Which among the following is used to cure acidity: write chemical formula ​

Answer 1

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Answer:

An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity and is used to relieve heartburn, indigestion or an upset stomach.

The most common antacid used is Magnesium Hydroxide with chemical formula Mg(OH)2.

Answer 2

Acidity

Explanation:

Antacid

It is a substance that reduces the acidity of stomach .

That relieves the : heartburn, indigestion or an upset stomach

Out of all : Magnesium hydroxide is ingredient in antacids.

Magnesium hydroxide

Its molecular formula is Mg(OH)₂.

Acidity in stomach

• In stomach ,the gastric juices are secreted .
• Out of which , mucus lines the stomach
• HCl provides acidic medium
• In presence of acidic medium , pepsin converts proteins to peptones .
• But sometimes the acid is secreted in much amount , that corrodes the mucus membrane and due to this ulcer is caused .