What is a base used in toothpaste
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sorbitol carrageenan magnesium hydroxide sodium lauryl sulfate
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sorbitol carrageenan magnesium hydroxide sodium lauryl sulfate
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Answer:The correct answer is magnesium hydroxide.
Explanation
Magnesium hydroxide is a base used in toothpaste. The role of base is to neutralize the acid secreted out in our mouth by bacteria present in our mouth which causes tooth decay and other related ailments.
Where as sorbitol is sugar alcohol found in the fruits and plants. Sodium lauryl sulfate is s basic salt which acts as a surfactant used for cleaning purposes.
Carrageenan is a substance extracted from red and purple seaweed used as thickening or emulsifying agents in the food products.
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