what is the role of acid in our stomach?
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The main role of acid in our stomach is to kill bacteria and to aid digestion by solubilizing food. ... Stomach acid activates the enzyme pepsin needed for protein digestion. Stomach acidsignals to the pancreas produce digestive juices and enzymes to further break down food.
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The hydrochloric acid in the gastric juice breaks down the food and the digestive enzymes split up the proteins. The acidic gastric juice also kills bacteria. The mucus covers the stomach wall with a protective coating.
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