What is the role of hydrochloric acid in your stomach brainly 2 points?
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HCL: Roles in the Body. The primary role of hydrochloric acid is to sterilize the food you eat and to prevent harmful bacteria from entering the GI tract. HCL also triggers the release of enzymes such as pepsin which are essential for the digestion of protein.
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Answer: Hydrochloric acid kills bacteria that enter stomach along with food. It makes food acidic for the action of enzymes.
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