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

The cells in the stomach lining called parietal cells produce hydrochloric acid (HCl).


Does the gallbladder produce hydrochloric acid?

No, the gall bladder does not produce hydrochloric acid the oxyntic cell (chief cells) produce the hydrochloric acid.


What is the acid used to produce sodium chloride?

Hydrochloric acid is commonly used to produce sodium chloride through the reaction of hydrochloric acid with sodium hydroxide.


How does liver produce hydrochloric acid?

The liver does not produce hydrochloric acid. Hydrochloric acid is mainly produced in the stomach by specialized cells called parietal cells. These cells release hydrochloric acid to help break down food and aid in digestion.


Does the pancreas produce hydrochloric acid?

No, the pancreas does not produce hydrochloric acid. The pancreas produces digestive enzymes and bicarbonate, which help in the breakdown and neutralization of food in the small intestine. Hydrochloric acid is mainly produced by the stomach.


What reacts with hydrochloric acid to produce oxygen gas?

Nothing unless there is Oxygen in the substance you will be adding to hydrochloric acid.


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.


Is hydrochloric acid found in nature?

Hydrochloric acid is not typically found in nature in its pure form. However, it is naturally produced in the human body to aid in digestion as gastric acid in the stomach. It can also be found in volcanic emissions and some plants produce it for defense mechanisms.


Is hydrochloric acid flame test color?

Hydrochloric acid itself does not produce a distinct flame color when burned. However, some metal chlorides formed from the reaction of hydrochloric acid with metals can produce colored flames when burned.


What substances do gastric glands produce?

hydrochloric acid


What are the 3 strongest acids found in the body?

HCl or Hydrochloric acid (located in stomach).


Is the compound HCI an acid or base?

It is an Acid, known as Hydrogen chloride (and Hydrochloric acid, when it is dissolved in water)