What are the functions of gastric glands present in the wall of the stomach?
What are the functions of gastric glands present in the wall of the stomach?
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(a) Production of pepsin enzyme that digests proteins
(b) Secretion of Mucus for protection of inner lining of stomach.
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Hydrochloric acid, pepsin and mucus are secreted by gastric gland present in the stomach.
They have following functions.
- HCl Kills germs present in the food and it decreases PH of the stomach which is essential for the working of digestive enzymes.
- Pepsin digests protein.
- Mucus protects stomach’s innerline from HCl.
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