Question

write the chemical formulae of washingh soda and baking soda which of these two is an inhredient of antavids how does it provide relief in stomach ache​ ?

Answer 1

Correct question:-

Write the formula of washing soda and baking soda. Which of these two is an ingredient of Antacids how does it provide relief in stomach ache?

Ans :-

Chemical formula of :-

Washing soda → $Na_2CO_3.7H_2O$

Baking soda→ $NaHCO_3$

Antacid :- Baking soda.

Baking soda also known as sodium hydrogen carbonate is a mildy base which neutralizes the hyperacidity in stomach and provide relief in stomach ache.

The stomach releases hydrochloric acid.

The reaction can be written as follows:-

$HCl + NaHCO_3 \rightarrow NaCl + H_2O + CO_2 ↑$

It's neutralizes the effects of hydrochloric acid and convert in to salt and water.

Thus, baking soda is used as antacid during stomach ache.