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HCl (hydrochloric acid) is located in and produced by the stomach.

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Body organ which produces hydrochloric acid?

The stomach produces hydrochloric acid. This acid is important for breaking down food and killing harmful bacteria that may be ingested.


How does liver produce hydrochloric acid?

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Which cells in the body produce hydrochloric acid (HCl)?

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What process in the stomach hydrochloric acid breaks down food?

Stomach mucosa is what contains hydrochloric acid and several enzymes that break down food in the stomach. Stomach mucosa is also referred to as gastric mucosa.


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What doesn't produce hydrochloric acid?

Chances are, if the reactants do not include hydrogen or chlorine, then the product(s) will not be hydrochloric acid.


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Is the compound HCI an acid or base?

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