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What is the role of the acid in our stomach?

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What is the role of the acid in our stomach?

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The acid (hydrochloric acid) formed in our stomach helps in killing unwanted harmful germs which may have gained entry along with the food. It is secreted by the gastric glands creates an acidic medium which facilitates the action of the pepsin enzyme.

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