Question

Can potassium bicarbonate be used as an antacid?

• A. Yes
• B. No
• C. Maybe
• D. May not be

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Yes

Potassium carbonate can be used instead of sodium carbonate as an antacid, in case if the person who has to consume antacid is restricted to consume sodium. This is because Sodium and potassium belong to the same group and have similar properties.