Gastric juice is

Acidic

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Alkaline

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Neutral

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Slightly alkaline

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Solution

The correct option is A Acidic
Gastric juice is a unique combination of hydrochloric acid (HCl), lipase, and pepsin. HCl maintains the pH of gastric juice between 1.5 - 3.5, hence acidic. Tts main function is to kill microorganisms and activate pepsinogen.
So, the correct answer is 'Acidic'

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