What does hydrochloric acid do in the stomach?

Answer 1

I believe it's the acid that breaks down food.

Answer 2

If you meant hydrochloric acid, it kills bacteria and microorganisms that may be present in food.

Answer 3

HCl is a very strong acid and its' function in the stomach is to break down the bonds in the chewed food that arrives in it.

Answer 4

Hydrochloric acid in the stomach helps to break down food and kill bacteria that may be present. It also activates the enzyme pepsin, which is important for the digestion of proteins.