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what is a function of hydrochloric acid in the stomach? a. it prevents relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. b. it absorbs water. c. it inhibits peristalsis. d. it creates an optimum acidity.
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what is a function of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?
a. it prevents relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter.
b. it absorbs water.
c. it inhibits peristalsis.
d. it creates an optimum acidity.
e. it neutralizes the food mass.
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Hydrochloric acid causes the food to break down.
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