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Question
What are the functions of gastric glands present in the wall of the stomach?
Answer in Brief
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Solution
Hydrochloric acid, pepsin and mucus are secreted by gastric glands present in the stomach. They have the following functions.
- HCL Kills germs present in the food and it decreases the PH of the stomach which is essential for the working of digestive enzymes.
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Pepsin digests protein.
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Mucus protects the stomach’s inner line from HCL.
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