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Which of the following statements about stomach acid is true? (Check all that apply.)

A. Stomach acid helps digest protein.
B. The stomach produces weak sulfuric acid that begins the breakdown of fat in foods.
C. Under normal conditions, mucus helps protect the stomach from being damaged by acid in gastric juice.
D. The acid in gastric juice helps destroy bacteria that may have been swallowed.
E. The pyloric sphincter keeps acidic gastric juice from damaging the lower esophagus.



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Final answer:

Stomach acid aids in protein digestion, destroys bacteria, and is protected by mucus.


Explanation:

Stomach acid plays several crucial roles in digestion and protection:

  1. Stomach acid helps digest protein by denaturing food proteins and exposing them for enzymatic action.
  2. It helps destroy bacteria present in foods or beverages to prevent infections.
  3. Under normal conditions, the stomach is protected by mucus from damage due to gastric juice.

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