Tag: Neutralization

First identified in 1940, the bacterial enzyme penicillinase was discovered to be capable of destroying penicillin's antibiotic properties. This marked the first recognition of a mechanism that could neutralize penicillin, a process that has become a major challenge in modern medicine due to increasing antibiotic resistance.

Millions of people suffer from heartburn and acid indigestion, leading them to reach for antacids. To understand how they provide relief, it's essential to grasp the core chemical process: the reaction of antacids with stomach acid to provide quick and temporary relief.