Heartburn occurs when stomach acid escapes the stomach and burns the tissues of the esophagus. Baking soda is sometimes used as an antacid. How does baking soda help relieve symptoms of heartburn?
A) The baking soda is serving as a buffer to take up excess H + ions from stomach acid.
B) The baking soda is able to coat the lining of the esophagus thereby protecting it from the acid.
C) The baking soda increases the acidity of the stomach.
D) The baking soda releases salt which draws more water into the esophagus thereby diluting the acid.
E) The baking soda relaxes the stomach muscles.
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