Biology, asked by kantham1634, 1 year ago

Why mucus is secreted with HCL

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The mucuc in the gastric juice play an important role in lubrication and protection of the mucosal epithelium from excoriation by the highly concentrated hydrochloric acid.HCL provides the acidic pH(1.8) optimal for pepsins.

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