Explain two neutralisation reactions related to daily life situation.

Following are the neutralization reactions related in daily life situations:

1) Acidity:


Acidity is caused when hydrochloric acid, which is present in our stomach to digest food items, gets produced in excess amounts and give burning sensation. This can be treated by intake of basic substances like baking soda or Milk of Magnesia.


2)Ant-sting:


Ant sting releases formic or methanoic acid in the body which causes irritation. It can be treated by rubbing moist baking soda which is basic in nature.


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