Solve for the amount (in grams) of magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH) 2 ) necessary to neutralize 30. mL of gastric acid (pH = 2.0). Note that gastric acid is mainly hydrochloric acid (HCl).

Strong Acid Strong Base Titrations (Simplified)

10. Acids and Bases / Strong Acid Strong Base Titrations (Simplified) / Problem 5

Solve for the amount (in grams) of magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH)₂) necessary to neutralize 30. mL of gastric acid (pH = 2.0). Note that gastric acid is mainly hydrochloric acid (HCl).

1.5 g

2.0×10⁻³ g

3.0×10⁻³ g

8.7×10⁻³ g