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Bases like calcium carbonate work in chemical reactions by accepting protons (H) from acids, which helps neutralize the acidity and balance the pH level. This process is known as neutralization and forms water and a salt as products.

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How does bases effect calcium carbonate?

Because calcium carbonate is a base, depending on the pH of the base, it will either increase or decrease the pH of the calcium carbonate very slightly. It will probably have little to no noticeable effects.


Do bases react with Limestone?

Yes, bases like sodium hydroxide can react with limestone (calcium carbonate) to form calcium hydroxide and sodium carbonate. This reaction is known as a double displacement reaction.


What happens when calcium carbonate reacts with water?

When calcium carbonate reacts with water, it undergoes a chemical reaction to form calcium hydroxide (slaked lime) and releases carbon dioxide gas. This reaction is the basis for the formation of stalactites and stalagmites in caves where calcium carbonate reacts with water dripping from the ceiling.


Is there any base that does not dissolve in water?

Yes, there are many insoluble bases such as calcium carbonate.


What are antacids made from?

Antacids are generally solid water-soluble bases such as a carbonate salt. The major ingredient in Tums is calcium carbonate.


Is relieving heartburn a base or acid?

Bases like calcium carbonate are used to relieve heartburn.


Does amine act as a base in chemical reactions?

Yes, amines can act as bases in chemical reactions by accepting protons.


Name some bases?

sodium hydroxide, quicklime or Calcium Oxide, Slaked lime or calcium hydroxide, Potassium Hydroxide or caustic potash or lye. Sodium Carbonate; potassium carbonate, rubidium oxide, ammonia etc.


What is the substance in limestone that reacts with acid?

Limestone is basically Calcium Carbonate(CaCO3). The metal part(Calcium) is the reactive part in it. It reacts with acids as well as bases. For example, it reacts with Hydrochloric acid to form calcium chloride whereas reacts with Ammonium hydroxide to form Calcium Hydroxide.


What is it called when a chemical that can get rid of an acid?

A chemical that can neutralize an acid is called a base or alkaline substance. When a base reacts with an acid, it undergoes a neutralization reaction, resulting in the formation of water and a salt. Common examples of bases include sodium hydroxide and calcium carbonate.


What base is the active ingredient is some antacids?

Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide and/or aluminum hydroxide are the bases of some antacids.


Do esters react with sodium carbonate?

Esters do not react with sodium carbonate under normal conditions because esters are relatively stable compounds and do not readily undergo chemical reactions with mild bases like sodium carbonate. If a reaction were to occur, it would likely require more drastic conditions or a catalyst.