Question 51
What will happen if mucus is not secreted by the gastric glands?

Open in App

Solution

Gastric glands in stomach release hydrochloric acid, enzyme pepsin and mucus. Mucus protects the inner lining of the stomach from the action of hydrochloric acid and enzyme pepsin. If mucus is not released, it will lead to erosion of the inner lining of the stomach leading to acidity and ulcers.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

8.'Bile does not contain any enzyme but it is essential for digestion' Explain the statement .

9.(a)Name the substances that get reabsirbed by the tubules .

(b)How are the lungs designed in human beings to maximize the area for the exchange of gases ?

10.(a) What will happen if ...Mucus is not secreted by the gastric glands .

(b) What will happen if ....Leaves of plants are covered with vaseline .

Join BYJU'S Learning Program

Explore more

Join BYJU'S Learning Program