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Stomach and Oesophagus

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The breakdown of proteins in stomach is carried out by hydrochloric acid.

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True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B
False

Pepsin is an enzyme responsible for breakdown of proteins in the stomach. This enzyme, in digestive juices, is secreted in its inactive form.

Hydrochloric acid neither an enzyme nor does it break down protiens. It just provides an environment that helps the process of breaking down of proteins.

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Q. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?

Statement 1: Stomach secretes hydrochloric acid to kill bacteria.

Statement 2: The breakdown of protein into amino acids by digestive juices cannot occur in acidic medium.

Q. Assertion :Hydrochloric acid does not digest the stomach wall. Reason: Hydrochloric acid is unable to denature the proteins.

Q. Which of the following statements are true regarding stomach?

Statement 1: Inside stomach, proteins are digested by hydrochloric acid.

Statement 2: Stomach wall is protected by mucous membrane.

What is the role of hydrochloric acid in stomach

Q. Give reason.
Digestion of protein is affected if hydrochloric acid is not secreted adequately in the stomach.

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