Question

What is an example of an antacid?

Answer 1

Antacid

• An antacid is a chemical compound, which neutralizes excessive hydrochloric acid released in the stomach.
• Antacids are some bases, which react with the acid (hydrochloric acid) to release salt and water.
• Acidity causes a burning sensation, which is neutralized with the help of antacids.

Example

• Milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide)$\left(\mathrm{Mg}{\left(\mathrm{OH}\right)}_2\right)$.
• Calcium carbonate$\left({\mathrm{CaCO}}_3\right)$.
• Aluminium hydroxide$\left(\mathrm{Al}{\left(\mathrm{OH}\right)}_3\right)$.