Question
Explain why An antacid tablet is taken when you suffer from acidity.
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Answer
This is because during acidity, an excess of acids is produced in the stomach. An antacid contains base, such as milk of magnesia. These bases react with excess of acids and neutralize their effect, thus giving us relief.
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