carbon to control acidity of DIY CO2 generator?

[rabbit]

Ok, might be a total newb question, but can Carbon (as in the stuff from the filters) be used to control the acidity of a DIY CO2 generator, and thereby extend its useful life? Or would it affect the yeast somehow?
I know that carbon has been used for a long time to "leech" impurities and excess acids for a long time in places where more high tech methods arent available (i mean in humans. Think DIY antacid tablets).
Would that work? Has anyone tried it?

 

[shawmutt]

No...I believe carbon is chemically inert. Baking soda will work fine for that purpose.

 

[Guest]

Antacid tablets are normally some form of calcium carbonate not charcoal. Add a bit of baking soda to your mix.