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Acid (Hcl) is secreted by the parietal cells of the stomach. In the stomach the food itself and saliva from mouth (this is little alkaline) regulates acidity of the stomach. But acid in normal quantity is needed for digestion, specially for meats, hard and solid foods.
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What is the hormone that regulates the synthesis of HCl in the stomach called?
gastrin
Does the stomach secrete gastrin when its internal pH rises?
Yes, Gastrin is a hormone that the stomach secretes to help balance the pH when it rises. see chacha.com
What regulates gastric motility and emptying?
Gastrin is a hormone that is produced by the stomach to increase the motility of the stomach which would then allow the stomach to empty in anticipation of the next meal.
Is glucose a hormone that regulates the body's production of insulin?
No, but insulin is a hormone that regulates the body's production of glucose.
What usually regulates hormone concentrations in the blood?
Negative feedback usually regulates hormone concentrations in the blood.
What hormone regulates sleep?
Melatonin is the hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles in the body. Produced by the pineal gland, melatonin levels typically rise in the evening, signaling to the body that it is time to sleep. Disruption in melatonin production can lead to sleep disorders.
Definition of tropic hormone?
A hormone that regulates the hormone production of another endocrine gland.
The hormone that causes the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?
That is hormone gastrin. It is secreted by stomach
Which hormone regulates platelet formation?
thrombopoietin
What hormone regulates thyroid function?
thyroid gland regulates metabolisms of the body
What is the pH of your stomach?
Your stomach has a pH of 2.0
Which stomach enzyme is low in optimum pH?
Because the chemical that works in the stomach- pepsin (a chemical that breaks down proteins) only works in acidic conditions, which is low pH. Hope that helps
