State three examples each of acids, bases, and salts commonly used in therapeutic processes.
From the examples you state, select one acid, one base, and one salt and describe specifically how and where they are used in therapeutic processes.

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State three examples each of acids, bases, and salts commonly used in therapeutic processes.
    From the examples you state, select one acid, one base, and one salt and describe specifically how and where they are used in therapeutic processes.

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Acids: ascorbic acid, , gamma-amino-butyric acid 
Alpha-Lipoic Acid--is a powerful antioxidant that regulates gene expression and preserves hearing during cisplatin therapy 


Bases: magnesium hydroxide (Milk of magnesia) , sodium bicarbonate, calcium carbonate (Rolaids)(Bronsted base) 

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Salts: sodium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium fluoride 


Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) can be taken internally to neutralize "free radicals," otherwise known as non-essential ionic compounds and play a role in natural metabolism. & treatment for Scurvey 

Sodium bicarbonate reduces stomach acids and can make the urine less acidic. It is used as an antacid to treat heartburn, indigestion, and other stomach disorders. It is also used to treat various kidney disorders and to increase the effectiveness of sulfonamides. 


Sodium fluoride is used in dental products to fortify hydroxyapatite composing the enamelin found in teeth to prevent cavities. Good luck buddie