Which statement best describes an antacid? a)an antacid increases the amount of hydrogen ions b)an antacid neutralizes excess hydrogen ions. c)an antacid decreases the level of hydrogen ions.

The correct answer is option A, An antacid neutralizes excess hydrogen ions.

Explanation:

Antacid neutralizes the acid in the stomach. These are bases/ alkali's. The reaction between an acid and a base in known as neutralization thereby reducing burning sensations produced by the acid.  

The antacid when reaches the stomach form gel like composition that lie on the top of food item in the stomach and prevent the oesophagus from the irritation caused by the acid.  

1 a

2 b

3 b

4 d

5 d

6 d

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