List the role of each of the following in our digestive system

List the role of each of the following in our digestive system

1. Hydrochloric acid
2. Trypsin
3. Muscular walls of stomach
4. Salivary amylase

Answer

1. Creates an acidic medium which facilitates the action of enzyme / kills microorganisms ingested with the food.
2. Digestion of proteins.
3. Mixing the food thoroughly with digestive juices. / pushes food forward by peristalsis.
4. Conversion of starch into sugar.

• Exam Year: 2023