(a) Suggest one remedial measure each to counteract the change in pH in human beings in following cases :…
(a) Suggest one remedial measure each to counteract the change in pH in human beings in following cases :
(i) Production of too much acid in stomach during indigestion
(ii) Stung by a honey bee / nettle leaves
(b) Fresh milk has a pH of 6. When it changes into curd will its pH increase or decrease ? Why ?
Solution
(a) (i) Use of antacids
(ii) Baking soda/mild base/dock plant.
(b) pH will decrease, as curd is more acidic than milk.