Name two common antacids.

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Antacids are mild bases used to neutralise the excess acids in the stomach.

Two common antacids are:
(i) Magnesium hydroxide (also known as milk of Magnesia)
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(ii) Sodium hydrogen carbonate (also known as baking soda)
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