Question

what is the function of HCL secreted in the stomach​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:​

The gastric chief cells of the stomach secrete enzymes for protein breakdown (inactive pepsinogen, and in infancy rennin). Hydrochloric acid activates pepsinogen into the enzyme pepsin, which then helps digestion by breaking the bonds linking amino acids, a process known as proteolysis.

Answer 2

Answer:

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Functions of HCl :-

• Release of pepsin is conducted by HCl

• The role of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, along with the other gastric juices, is to break down foods and cause the release of enzymes that further aid digestion.
• HCL can kill microorganisms in your food.

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