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

Solution: