Question

The most likely pH for hydrochloric acid secreted from the stomach lining to help break down food is:
1
5
9
14

Answer 1

I'm confused

Answer 2

I think it could b 5.
Am I right?

Answer 3

@TheSmartOne

Answer 4

@sshayer

Answer 5

this is science, not math. right?

Answer 6

Chemistry :P

Answer 7

Hydrochloric acid in the stomach lowers the pH to the ideal environment for enzymes to digest proteins into units that the body can use. This acidic environment creates an antibacterial environment that protects the body from disease (5)

Answer 8

yeah. and there's a chemistry section

Answer 9

No buddy answers in that section.
And all of the Moderators are fine with me being here! :P

Answer 10

ill go to that section lol my fav subject is science, chemistry same thing XD

Answer 11

OO so I am correct @kg1975?

Answer 12

yes you are

Answer 13

Thanks!!!!!

Answer 14

your very welcome!

Answer 15

tag me in anytime lol math... chemisty aka science r my fav subjects!

Answer 16

Okay sure!

Answer 17

im going to the chemistry section just tag me if anyone needs me!! XD