Question

Mention one function of the following:

Stomach

Answer 1

Stomach:

1. Stomach is the thick-walled sac-like structure in the alimentary canal which receives and temporarily stores food for digestion.
2. Function:

• Stomach secretes the gastric juice containing enzymes and gastric acid ($\mathrm{HCl}$) which breaks down the food.
• Gastric juice contains the enzyme for protein digestion.