what substance does the stomach secrete that helps in the digestion of proteins? a. acid b. salivary amylase c. vitamins d. water
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To do this, it secretes a substance called hydrochloric acid (HCl). This acid helps to denature proteins, making them more accessible to the action of enzymes. The stomach also secretes an enzyme called pepsin, which breaks down proteins into smaller peptides. Show more…
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