Which of the following secrete hydrochloric acid in stomach?
Correct answer: D. Oxyntic
- A. Mucosa
- B. Goblet
- C. Epithelial
- D. Oxyntic
Explanation
Oxyntic cells, also called parietal cells, secrete hydrochloric acid in the gastric glands and help create the acidic stomach environment. Goblet cells secrete mucus, so students may choose them because mucus and acid are both components of gastric juice.
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