Which of the following is NOT an antacid?

Which of the following is NOT an antacid?
  1. $\mathrm{Al}(\mathrm{OH})_{3}$
  2. $\mathrm{Mg}(\mathrm{OH})_{2}$
  3. $\mathrm{Na}_{2} \mathrm{CO}_{3}$
  4. $\mathrm{NaHCO}_{3}$

Solution

Na2CO3 is a type of alkaline and has a soapy taste. It cannot completely neutralize the effect of acidity. Sodium bicarbonate can be used in place of that.

Asked in: MHT CET 2020 (15 Oct Shift 1)

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