Question

Which of the following acids helps in Human Digestion

• A. Lactic
• B. Tartaric
• C. Hydrochloric
• D. Sulphuric
• E. Acetic

Hint:

Hydrochloric acid is key in the stomach; other acids are not involved in digestion.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Identify the role of acids in digestion.
Hydrochloric acid (HCl) in the stomach aids in breaking down food and killing pathogens.
Step 2: Match with the options.
Only Hydrochloric acid (C) is involved in human digestion.
Step 3: Eliminate distractors.
(A) Lactic - Produced during fermentation, not digestion.
(B) Tartaric - Found in fruits, not a digestive acid.
(D) Sulphuric - Industrial acid, harmful if ingested.
(E) Acetic - Found in vinegar, not a digestive acid.
Therefore: The correct answer is (C). \[ \boxed{\text{C}} \]