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The stomach acid in ,well obviously, the stomach is one of the strongest acids known to man and it dissolves many bacterias and some diseases. And voila theres your answer. It kills the bad germs and diseases when they enter through food or drink
stomach acid (HCl) ia a strong mineral acid secreted by special cells found in the muscles of the stomach walls. It is significant as it helps in killing the microbes that might be harmful to our health(refer Biology books-physiology of nutrition),
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How does the stomach protect the body?
The stomach protects the body by producing stomach acid, which helps to kill ingested bacteria and other harmful pathogens. It also contains a thick layer of mucus that lines the stomach walls and acts as a protective barrier against the acidic environment. Additionally, the stomach's contractions help to physically break down and mix food with digestive enzymes, aiding in the digestion process.
Does the rib cage protect the stomach?
yes they do but not as well as other organs such as the heart and ribs they protect the side and back of the stomach I would say ribs 7-12 protect it.
What bone protect the stomach?
I would say ribs 7-12 protect the stomach.
Where in the body does peptic ulcer disease occur?
Peptic ulcer disease typically occurs in the stomach or the first part of the small intestine known as the duodenum. These ulcers are usually caused by the stomach acid eroding the lining of these digestive organs. Treatment involves medications to reduce stomach acid and promote healing of the ulcers.
What is menius disease?
Ménétrier's disease is a rare condition where the lining of the stomach develops large, thick folds. This can lead to reduced stomach acid production, protein loss, and possible malnutrition. Treatment may involve medications to manage symptoms or, in severe cases, surgery to remove the affected portion of the stomach.
What two reasons that the acid in your stomach is beneficial?
It aids in digestionIt protect us from some microbes that are pathogens. Some disease causing microbes are present in contaminated or food that are not properly treated. The acid pH of the stomach kills those microbes and protect us from disease.
What the medical definition for gastrosis?
Any disease of the stomach.
How does the stomach protect it self from being digested?
a simple way of answering this question would be that the stomach creates it's own acid that almost makes a protective layer on the inside of the stomach. this stops bad germs and diseases that come in through food/water from eating away at the stomach.
What parts of the body protect against germs and disease?
The skin provides physical protection, gastric fluid in the stomach kills germs due to its high acidity, etc...
How does the stomach protect the body?
The stomach protects the body by producing stomach acid, which helps to kill ingested bacteria and other harmful pathogens. It also contains a thick layer of mucus that lines the stomach walls and acts as a protective barrier against the acidic environment. Additionally, the stomach's contractions help to physically break down and mix food with digestive enzymes, aiding in the digestion process.
How do the lungs protect us from disease?
If any Microorganisms get into our lungs it gets caught in the mucus and is then carried up into our breathing system by the cilia, it is then swallowed and killed by the hydrochloric acid in our stomach
Why does the stomach have a thick muscle wall?
The function of the stomach wall is to protect your stomach from eating itself. It has a coating of mucus on the inside that renews itself every three days and stops the hydrochloric acid in your stomach from dissolving itself.
Describe the appearance of the stomach lining?
there is a layer of mucus to protect from stomach acids
How does disease affect tissues in your stomach?
The most typical disease of the stomach is the peptic ulcer. This affects the tissues of the stomach by eating them away. The stomach is capable of digesting itself, if the protective mucous barrier fails. This can then result in heavy bleeding and death. Ulcers are dangerous.
Is the stomach flu a worldwide disease?
as far as i no, YES!
What separates stomach and esophagus?
The structure that separates the stomach and esophagus is called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). This muscular ring is located at the junction of the esophagus and stomach and functions to prevent the backflow of gastric contents into the esophagus. When functioning properly, the LES opens to allow food to enter the stomach and closes to protect the esophagus from acidic stomach contents. Dysfunction of the LES can lead to conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
What is the system that Protect You From Disease?
Immune
