Multiple Choice
The most important function of hydrochloric acid in the stomach is to
A) convert pepsinogen to its active enzyme form,pepsin.
B) denature dietary proteins to allow digestion.
C) kill bacteria in food and prevent foodborne illness.
D) stop the action of salivary amylase.
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