Understanding Stomach Acid and Its Protection

Understanding Stomach Acid and Its Protection

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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The video explains that stomach acid is almost as corrosive as battery acid. However, the stomach is protected from this corrosive acid by a layer of mucus that prevents damage to the stomach lining.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary characteristic of stomach acid discussed in the video?

It is odorless.

It is sweet.

It is corrosive.

It is colorful.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does stomach acid compare to battery acid?

It is more corrosive.

It is equally corrosive.

It is less corrosive.

It is not corrosive at all.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What substance does the stomach produce to protect itself?

Mucus

Water

Oil

Vinegar

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is mucus important for the stomach?

It enhances taste.

It neutralizes stomach acid.

It protects the stomach lining.

It helps in digestion.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would happen if the stomach did not produce mucus?

The stomach would digest food faster.

The stomach would become larger.

The stomach lining could be damaged.

The stomach would produce more acid.