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Does our stomach have a very high or low pH?
The stomach has a low pH (is acidic) because of the Hydrochloric Acid (HCL)
Why is the pH of stomach acid low?
Low pH is needed to start the denaturation and digestion of proteins, which occurs in the stomach.
Why does increase in pH help in digestion?
By increase I believe you mean the pH gets more acidic. The stomach is full of acid that is very low on the pH scale, and the lower in the pH scale, the more acidic Hydrogen bonds become. So, basically the more acidic the pH in the stomach, the better the food can be broken down (decomposed).
What defenses does the digestives system have against pathogens?
The stomach (part of the digestive system) has a low pH (acidic), which kills pathogens.
How might the pH level of the stomach inhibit growth of ingested bacteria?
Many bacteria doesn't support a very low pH.
Why do stomach acids have a low pH level?
The lower a pH level is, the more acidic it is. The acid in your stomach, hydrochloric, is very acidic, and can even burn through some items.
What action does the low pH in the stomach have?
Bactericidal
The pH of stomach acids would be?
Low: acidic.
What is the pH scale of stomach fluids?
pH 2This is because pepsin, the primary digestive enzyme found within the stomach, functions optimally at a low pH.
Which organ secrets enzymes that are active at a low pH?
The stomach secretes protease enzymes that work best at a pH of around 2.
How does stomach acid kill our bacteria?
A large portion of bacteria, though not all, can not survive in a low pH environment such as stomach acid. The bacteria dies from the corresive nature of low a low pH solution.
Why is it important to have a low pH in the stomach?
A low pH in the stomach helps to activate digestive enzymes and break down food properly for absorption. It also helps to kill harmful bacteria that may be present in the food we eat. Maintaining a low stomach pH is crucial for overall digestive health and nutrient absorption.
