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If you had a "sour stomach," you might try an over-the-counter antacid tablet to relieve the problem. Can you think of evidence that the action of such an antacid is a chemical reaction?
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Antacid tablets contain substances like calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, or aluminum hydroxide, which are bases that can neutralize stomach acid (hydrochloric acid). Show more…
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