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Raju suffering from acidity in stomach. He consumed “ENO” – salt solution and gets instant relief. What is the possible reason?


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ENO salt solution neutralizes HCl.

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ENO salt solution stops HCl secretion.

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ENO salt dilutes the acid released.

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None of the above.

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Solution

The correct option is A

ENO salt solution neutralizes HCl.


Acidity is because of excess secretion of HCl in stomach. ENO salt solution is an antacid which is an alkaline/basic salt. It reacts with HCl and forms salt and water [Neutralization reaction] . This gives instant relief.


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