The pH of stomach ranges between

Question

The pH of stomach ranges between (A) 7.1 to 8.2 (B) 7.6 to 8.6 (C) 1.5 to 2.0 (D) 6.8 to 7.2

Tardigrade Admin · Accepted Answer

The pH of the stomach is acidic because of the presence of HCl in the gastric juice. This acidity is essential for the optimum functioning of pepsin (below pH-4).

Q. The pH of stomach ranges between

7.1 to 8.2

7.6 to 8.6

1.5 to 2.0

6.8 to 7.2

The pH of the stomach is acidic because of the presence of HCl in the gastric juice. This acidity is essential for the optimum functioning of pepsin (below pH-4).