The major constituent of an antacid tablet is a/an ___.

base

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acid

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salt

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water

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Solution

The correct option is A
base

Hydrochloric acid is present inside our stomach which helps in digestion of food. Excess secretion of this hydrochloric acid causes acidity and indigestion.

To provide relief doctors prescribes antacid tablets. Antacid tablets contain base e.g. milk of magnesia, which neutralises the excess acid and cures indigestion.

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