What are antacids? Explain their role in providing relief from stomach ache.

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(N/A) $(i)$ Antacids are mild bases.
$(ii)$ During indigestion,the stomach produces excess hydrochloric acid,which causes pain and irritation. Antacids are chemical substances that neutralize this excess acid,thereby providing relief from stomach ache.

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