Question

actions of hydrochloric acid produced by the stomach include ________. multiple choice promoting digestion of protein destroying bacteria and viruses found in foods dissolving dietary minerals for improved absorption all of the responses are correct.

Explanation:

Hydrochloric acid in the stomach activates pepsinogen to pepsin which promotes protein digestion. It creates an acidic environment that destroys bacteria and viruses in foods. It also helps dissolve dietary minerals for better absorption.

Answer:

All of the responses are correct.