Stomach Lining and Digestion
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What is the primary function of the mucus layer in the stomach?

  • To protect the stomach from acid (correct)
  • To produce hydrochloric acid
  • To break down proteins
  • To regulate digestion
  • What is the role of chief cells in the stomach?

  • To secrete pepsin
  • To secrete pepsinogen (correct)
  • To secrete gastrin
  • To secrete hydrochloric acid
  • What is the result of too much vomiting in terms of bicarbonate levels?

  • A fluctuation in bicarbonate levels
  • An increase in bicarbonate levels (correct)
  • A decrease in bicarbonate levels
  • No change in bicarbonate levels
  • What is the primary hormone used to regulate digestion in the stomach?

    <p>Gastrin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of hydrochloric acid in protein digestion?

    <p>To denature proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the site of protein digestion in the stomach?

    <p>Stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

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