Multiple choice

What is the chief function of HCl?

  1. To dissolve enzyme secreted in the stomach

  2. To maintain a low pH to prevent growth of microorganisms

  3. To maintain low pH to facilitate absorption

  4. To maintain low pH to activate pepsinogen to form pepsin
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D Correct answer
Explanation

HCl maintains low pH to activate pepsinogen to form pepsin.

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