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I believe the pill he gave the child (the one with powder wrapped in Gelatin) was an acid, which caused an imbalance in Coyotito's body and made him throw up. The Dr. then gave Coyotito ammonia, which is a base, and helped stabilize Coyotito's stomach.

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In the pearl by John Steinbeck who administers ammonia in water?

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What are examples of irony in the pearl by John Steinbeck?

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