Question

In human alimentary canal, the digestive juice secreted by the gastric glands are: 

• A. Bile, Trypsin, Pepsin
• B. Hydrochloric acid, Pepsin, Mucus
• C. Lipase, Bile, Mucus
• D. Salivary amylase, Pepsin, Bile
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Hint:

The stomach secretes gastric juices that aid in digestion, and the protective mucus prevents damage to the stomach lining from acidic conditions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the gastric juice composition. The gastric glands secrete hydrochloric acid (HCl), which helps in the digestion of food and maintains the acidic environment of the stomach. Pepsin, an enzyme, breaks down proteins, and mucus protects the stomach lining from the acid. 
Step 2: Conclusion. Thus, the correct answer is option (B): Hydrochloric acid, Pepsin, Mucus.