Which of the Following Would Be a Proposed Mechanism by Which

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be a proposed mechanism by which stomach antacids work?

• A) Antacids dilute the solution, therefore lowering the pH.
• B) Antacids are bases and by definition can absorb H⁺ out of a solution.
• C) Antacids are bases and by definition can absorb OH^- out of a solution.
• D) Antacids contain mostly water and so they neutralize the solution.

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