Why might a small piece of chalk made of calcium carbonate be useful for alleviating acid indigestion?
A) Calcium carbonate is a base that reacts to neutralize any excess acids.
B) Calcium carbonate is able to absorb excess acid and carry it out of the system.
C) Calcium carbonate is able to add an extra lining to the stomach to protect it from the excess acid.
D) Calcium carbonate is able to turn the acid into a gas which can relieve the build-up of excess acid.
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