Antacids Lab Report

GERD is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter. When the lower esophageal sphincter gets weak, the acid backed up in the esophagus causing pain and discomfort. Heart burn is a common symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and it is caused by the irritation of the stomach acid (DeBruyne & Pinna, 2012). This can create a burning discomfort in the upper abdomen.

The research conducted by my laboratory section focused upon the Hfq protein within the causative agent of Anthrax, B.anthracis. More specifically, research was primarily geared towards expanding upon receive research on the protein productivity and function of a specific variation of Hfq—Hfq3—by creating specific mutations within the Hfq3 protein and observing its phenotype when assessed in ∆hfq E.coli system. By observing such protein activity within the Hfq3 protein in B.anthracis, a better understanding of cell physiology in bacteria from a variety of other infectious diseases can be obtained in the field of microbiology. The overall goal of this research project was to successfully create a series of specific mutations in the plasm of the Hfq3

The content of these tubes was then later transferred to separate small labeled beakers. The initial pH of the water in test tube A was then measured and recorded using a pH meter. Next. One drop and 1 mL of 0.1 M HCl was added to the water in test tube A, and the pH was measured and recorded. The pH meter was rinsed off each time it was used with distilled water and blotted dry. The initial pH of test tube B was then measured and recorded. Using a graduated cylinder and a pipette, 1 mL of 0.1 M HCl was added to the buffer in test tube B, and the pH was measured and recorded. Then, an additional 2 mL of 0.1 M HCl was added to test tube B, and the pH was measured and recorded again. After adding those 2 mL, three more millimeters of 0.1 M HCl

When patients frequently have heartburn they most likely have GERD. It occurs when stomach content such as food and liquid back up into the esophagus due to a malfunction/loosening of the lower esophageal sphincter. When those contents back up, they cause irritation to the esophagus leading to heartburn. Heartburn should be managed carefully, if it persists, overtime it can cause damage to the lining of the esophagus. Clinicians should educate patients regarding things they can do to minimize the reflux. Patients should be educated to avoid carbonated drinks, citrus, caffeine, alcohol, fatty and spicy foods etc. patients should also be educated to not eat within 3-4 hours before sleep because if they lays down after eating the content in

Heartburn for the most people happens after eating. Lying down or bending around can aggravate it. Not all heartburn requires medicinal care. Mild, rare heartburn issues can be treated with prescriptions like antacids and also through lifestyle changes, such as avoiding spicy meals. Thus, infrequent reflux is not a reason for concern. In case that you take acid neutralizers many times in a week, a specialist ought to assess you otherwise it can become a severe

In a real stomach, Medique Alcalak would neutralize the most stomach acid making it the most effective and simultaneously would not bring the stomach acid to below a pH of seven. Medique Alcalak’s active ingredients are calcium carbonate, which correlate to the effectiveness of the antacid.3

When measuring out the substances for this experiment, an individual could get random errors when slightly different values are collected each time they perform the measurement. Systematic errors, on the other hand, are more difficult to detect but can be avoided if an individual looks for them with care. A systematic error can occur in this experiment if the chemicals that are used are expired or when the scales that are being used have been tampered with beforehand. Aside from random and systematic errors, there are a few limitations in the design of this experiment. The use of small graduated cylinders can provide inaccurate results for the experiment. Since the smaller cylinders can only hold a small amount of acid, there is a possibility that the solutions can undergo supersaturation, when a solution contains more of the dissolved material than could be dissolved by the solvent. In a case that this happens, it would be difficult to predict when the tablet stop dissolving in the solution. Therefore, due to the number of errors that could be made in this experiment, the results are a little unreliable unless changes are made during the procedure and design of the lab set

Methods The titration set up was assembled. 120mL of HCl was measured with a graduated cylinder and placed into a 150mL beaker. The Medi-First antacid was placed into the HCl to dissolve.

Throughout the world, chemical reactions are taking place to either achieve a specific purpose or prevent a specific outcome. These reactions can be as simple as boiling water to pour a coffee in the morning or as complex as industrial level biochemistry. Whether you are aware of it or not, you create numerous amounts of chemical reactions every day. According to the collision theory, a chemical reaction will occur if two or more molecules collide with the right amount of energy and the right orientation. The energy that is required from the collision depends on the molecules and can be referred to as activation energy.

Our topic is what antacids out of milk of magnesium, gaviscon, tums and tagamet neutralize acid the best. The independent variable is the brand of antacid and the dependent variable is the amount of antacid needed to neutralize the acid. Antacids are a type of drug that helps neutralize indigestion. Indigestion occurs when you experience a burning sensation at the bottom of your throat or abdominal pain. Indigestion is common but the symptoms vary in severity and frequency depending on who you are. Symptoms include being full during a meal even though you’ve barely consumed any of it, discomfort, bloating or burning in the upper abdomen and nausea. Some of the less frequent symptoms include belching or vomiting. Indigestion is caused by an

The goal of the streptococcus lab was to isolate and characterize the type of streptococcus microorganism that may be located in the back of the one’s throat (the source of the specimen). In order to isolate a specific type of organism, a sample is collected by doing a throat swap. The sample was streak on a Columbia Nalididxic Acid agar (CNA) plate by using the three way method. The CNA was used as a selective media for colistin and nalidixix acid but also used for differential reactions for hemolytic reaction as well as on a Blood Agar Plate (BAP). On the CNA plate, the antibody Optochin was added to see if there were growth and to check what type of hemolytic reaction it had. If it had alpha hemolytic, then we stop there. If the sample is beta hemolytic, another test is necessary to be done in order to confirm result that was received, which is a test with the Bacitarcian antibiotic. From the BAP, a colony was picked and inoculate in broth for growth in order to

Natural heartburn remedies are deemed as the best methods of treating heartburn and acid reflux for good. Heartburn is that burning sensation one feels spreading across the chest coming up from the pits of the stomach and often reaching the throat and leaving a sour, acidic taste. Heartburn occurs normally after partaking of a huge meal and bending or lying down. These actions result in the acids in the stomach getting pushed into the esophagus, thus the acidic taste. The burning sensation is the result of the esophageal walls reacting to the acid.

Acid reflux, commonly called heartburn, is as common as it is unpleasant. It can also be a stubborn problem to deal with. In addition, there are many myths regarding acid reflux and it is important to separate the facts from the fiction.

Acid reflux occurs when some of the acid content of the stomach flows back up into the esophagus. The stomach contains hydrochloric acid, which is there to help aid in digestion and to protect against harmful bacteria. The gastroesophageal sphincter protects the esophagus from the acid in the stomach by acting as a valve and not letting the acid back up into the esophagus. At times, the valve can fail and it allows the acid to back up into the esophagus, thus creating the sensation of heartburn (MacGill, 2015).

Stomach acids are essential for the digestion of food. Increased secretion of acids in the stomach gives rise to acidity. Acidity is manifested by several uncomfortable symptoms such as burning and pain in the chest and stomach; nausea; bitter taste in mouth; vomiting and discomfort in the stomach. Acidity, been one of the commonest digestive complaints. At some point in our lives, we have all suffered from these symptoms. Acidity is generally stimulated by consumption of spicy foods, junk food, carbonated drinks, fried foods, chocolates, stress or lack of sleep. Obesity, pregnancy and other medical conditions may also give rise to acidity. Irrespective of the reason, acidity can prove to be an uncomfortable experience.