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13 years ago
Hello,

The question is as follows that I need to know to study for my exam.
Rolaids is an antacid which contains magnesium hydroxide. Using this information, write the reaction that shows what happens when you take a Rolaids tablet to combat excess hydrochloric acid in your stomach.

would the answer be:

HCl + Mg(OH)2 ------> MgCl + 2 H2O Neutral FaceNeutral Face? Undecided Face with Rolling Eyes

thanks
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13 years ago Edited: 13 years ago, bio_man
Mg(OH)2 (s) + 2 HCl (aq) > MgCl2 (aq) + 2H2O (l)

Should look more like this. I hope you get an A.
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13 years ago
thank you! Slight Smile
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13 years ago
You're Welcome Wink Face Anytime.
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