Biology, asked by belppe, 1 year ago

What happens to the stomach if the mucus isn't secreted to protect it?

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Answered by Anonymous

acids can damage the stomach.

kimlangenhoven1: Your stomach protects itself from being digested by its own enzymes, or burnt by the corrosive hydrochloric acid, by secreting sticky, neutralising mucus that clings to the stomach walls. If this layer becomes damaged in any way it can result in painful and unpleasant stomach ulcers.

Answered by guptasarita1

Mucous cells found throughout the stomach lining and gastric pits secrete mucus to protect the stomach from its own digestive secretions. ... The muscularis mucosae layer allows the mucosa to form folds and increase its contact with the stomach's contents.

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