Which of the following is most responsible for causing heartburn in the stomach?

Food

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Water

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Acid

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Glucose

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Solution

The correct option is C Acid
In the stomach, digestive juices contain acids. When these acids are present in excess, it can cause acidity and hence this causes heartburn in the stomach.

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