Digestion-And-Absorption Question 302
Question: The epithelial cells lining the stomach of vertebrates is protected from the damage by HCl because: (Manipal 2006)
Options:
A) HCl is too dilute
B) HCl is neutralized by stomach
C) The epithelial cells are resistant to the action of HCl
D) The epithelial cells are covered by a mucous secretion
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D