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What is the chemical name of the medicine popularly known as 'Milk of Magnesia'?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Magnesium Carbonate
  2. Magnesium Hydroxide
  3. Magnesium Chloride
  4. Magnesium Oxide

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Magnesium Hydroxide

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Magnesium Hydroxide šŸ“š Explanation: Milk of Magnesia is a suspension of magnesium hydroxide in water. It is a basic (alkaline) compound commonly used as an antacid to neutralize excess stomach acid and as a laxative to treat constipation. It works by reacting with hydrochloric acid in the stomach to produce water and magnesium chloride.