Question

Explain what causes acidity

Answer 1

Acidity

• It is the production of acids in the stomach.
• Due to excessive production of acids in the stomach, acidity occurs.
• Hydrochloric acid$\left(\mathrm{HCl}\right)$ leads to the breakdown of food and protection from pathogens.
• It moves up to the oesophagus and causes a burning effect.

Hence, acidity is caused due to excessive acid content in the stomach