🧪 How Does Your Stomach Produce Acid? 🧪
The stomach is a powerhouse of digestion, breaking down food with the help of gastric acid:
🔹 Parietal Cells: Specialized cells in the stomach lining that secrete hydrochloric acid (HCl).
🔹 Process: Hydrogen and chloride ions are transported into the stomach to form HCl, creating a highly acidic environment (pH 1.5-3).
🔹 Purpose:
Breaks down proteins into smaller molecules.
Kills harmful bacteria and pathogens.
Activates digestive enzymes like pepsin.
This delicate process is tightly regulated to prevent damage to the stomach lining. Watch our 3D animation to see this process in action!
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