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pH of milk of magnesia is

A

11

B

10

C

`11.5`

D

`10.5`

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Milk of magnesia (Mg(OH). Is a mild base. It.s pH is 10.5 it is used as an antacid. These antacids neutralise the excess acid in stomach.
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