Components of gastric juices and functions
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Biology
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7th Grade
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Hard
Sarah shaik
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of Hydrochloric Acid (HCl) in gastric juice?
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• Kills bacteria • Provides acidic pH • Activates pepsinogen to pepsin.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Flashcard 2
Q: What is pepsinogen?
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Flashcard 2
An inactive enzyme that becomes pepsin when exposed to acid.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does pepsin do?
Back
Breaks down proteins into smaller peptides.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the function of mucus in the stomach?
Back
Protects the stomach lining from acid and enzymes.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is water in gastric juice important?
Back
Helps dissolve food and supports enzyme activity.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of intrinsic factor?
Back
Helps absorb vitamin B12 in the small intestine.
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