Showing posts with label Hydrochloric acid (HCl). Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hydrochloric acid (HCl). Show all posts

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Hydrochloric acid (HCl)

 

Kill bacteria and activate enzymes

Explanation:

  • Hydrochloric acid (HCl) in the stomach:

    • Creates a low pH (acidic environment)

    • Kills pathogens

    • Activates pepsinogen into pepsin, which digests proteins