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One role of acid in the process of digestion is to neutralize enzymes. Pepsin and hydrochloric acid are released into the partially digested food which helps to break it down even further before moving into the intestines.
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∙ 12y agoThe acid that plays an important role in digestion is stomach acid, also called bile, which is produced by the gall bladder.
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∙ 11y agohydrochloric acid which has a highly acid pH which breaks down the food so that it is soluble
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∙ 10y agoThey are very important in digestion because they melt the food in to linquid .That way our budy can absort their bitamins e.t.c
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How is hydrochloric acid involved in digestion?
It is one of the acids found in the human stomach for digestion.
Which acid helps human stomach in digestion of food?
The acid is so strong, it pretty much melts the food down.
What are two chemicals involved in digestion and what do they do and where are they found?
Hydrochloric acid in the stomach
How many stages are involved in human food digestion?
2
Which cranial nerve is involved when disgesting?
The cranial nerve X (Vagus Nerve) is involved for digestion. It stimulates the stomach and releases gastric juices including water, pepsin and hydrochloric acid which is needed for digestion.
Is digestion a acid or alkali?
it is a acid
Is your tongue involved in mechanical or chemical digestion?
The tongue is involved in mechanical digestion.
Are acids dangerous to the human body?
It depends on the acid and the situation. Sulphuric acid on your skin is disastrous. Oxalic acid in your eyes is soothing. 5% Hydrochloric acid in your stomach is vital for digestion. Ascorbic acid is Vitamin C!
What acid are used in everyday life?
Bleach & Chlorine also Muriatic for swimming pools. Hydrochloric acid is usedin digestion of food in human body.
Which acid helps in digestion?
Hydrochloric acid
What Strong acid aids in digestion?
hydrochloric acid
HCl is important in digestion?
HCl or hydrochloric acid is important in digestion.
