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If hydrochloric acid should cause irritation of the stomachs lining what can develop?
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∙ 12y ago
an ulcer
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Why is the stomach lining undamaged by hydrochloric acid?
why is the stomach lining undamaged by the hydrochloric acid
What does hydrochloric acid do to the food?
Hydrochloric acid kills bacteria and microorganisms that may be present in food. In addition, it provides an acidic medium which is essential for the enzymes found in your gastric juice (pepsin) to digest proteins.
Why doesn't hydrochloric acid harm our organs?
The hycrochloric acid can't damage the stomach because of the mucus that layers the inner part of the stomach.
What metal would be the best for lining a tank used to store hydrochloric acid?
You will probably want a plastic tank of some kind. If you have to use metal, you might be able to line it with wax or some kind of plastic liner.
What if you inhale sulphuric acid?
It can be fairly fatal.. depending on the concentration of the sulphuric acid it can range from an irritation to it burning the lining on u'r lungs and needing immediate medical attention.. But cool thing I found out is that if u inhale SO3, it reacts with the water lining in u'r lungs and creates sulphuric acid inside of u.. H20 + SO3 -> H2SO4 hope this helped with u'r question!
Why doesn't the strong hydrochloric acid burn our stomachs?
Because we have a thick layer of mucus surrounding the lining of our stomach. The mucus is strong enough to withstand the acid.
Why is the stomach lining undamaged by hydrochloric acid?
why is the stomach lining undamaged by the hydrochloric acid
Which is the best lining for Hydrochloric acid valves?
Teflon (PTFE) lining is the best choice for hydrochloric acid valves.
An irritation to the lining of the duodenum can lead to what?
Duodenal ulcers.
What is an infection in the lining of the kidney?
This is called a urinary tract infection. This condition can cause irritation of the lining of the bladder, urethra, ureters, and kidneys.
Is an irritation of the stomach lining an ulcer?
ya,because when the digestive juice which is secreted by our stomach and no food is there to act on it,it touches the lining of our stomach and irritate it
Is it bad for a one year old baby to eat a tums?
It could harm the sensitive lining of their stomachs.
What is Sinus cavity irritation?
In smoking it means that the lining in your nose is irritated by the smoke in the cigarettes or tobacco.
Why might a buffer be added to aspirin?
Salicylic Acid (aspirin) is pretty hard on the stomach when not buffered. Buffering it with a coating helps the stomach tolerate it better, and helps to prevent damage to the stomach lining for those who have sensitive stomachs, ulcers, or similar problems.
What causes thickening of the lining of the stomach?
Some specific conditions, but in general it is from chronic inflammation, infection or irritation.
What food is made from Cow Stomachs?
That would be tripe. Tripe is made from the lining of the rumen, the cow's largest forestomach chamber.
Why does drinking alcohol cause stomach pain the next day?
Because the acid in the alcohol wears away your stomachs lining.
