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Antacid Research Paper

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Which antacid is the best?

Jessica jean-Louis
Dario Onfroy
Tatyana Preal
Avi Horwitz
Nicholas Thompson

10/9/15
10/16/15

Abstract:
Networks are always advertising the most activate, efficient and long lasting antacid for upset stomach, but which antacid is really the best at neutralizing stomach acid? This experiment looks at which antacid maintains the best neutralization and the amount and duration of time required to maintain neutralization. The reactions between acids and bases of solutions are extremely important in a number of different contexts such as industrial, environmental, and biological. Acid reflux is common in many people and it causes heartburn; Antacids help temporarily alleviate this. This investigation helps …show more content…

Some are no longer then a pill while others can be taken as liquids, but most antacids have one thing in common they are bases that react with acids. Antacids is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, which in turn relieves heartburn.[1] Antacids are common nonprescription medicines that can be purchased over the counter and don’t require trained physician to take. Antacids decrease the amount of pH acid produced by the stomach. It is usually a chemical salt of an alkaline ion and a counter ion. The pH scale runs from 0-14, with 0 being a strong acid(substance with hydrogen ions H+),7 neutral, and 14 a strong base(substance containing hydroxide ions OH-). The stomach has an average pH of around 1.5-3.5. …show more content…

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