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Gastric Acid.
Gastric Acid - as a noun
Digestive secretions of the stomach glands consisting chiefly of hydrochloric acid and mucin and the enzymes pepsin and rennin and lipase
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gastric juiceExample Sentences
"The high levels of gastric acid can cause heartburn and acid reflux symptoms."
"Excessive intake of spicy foods can stimulate the production of gastric acid."
"The pH of gastric acid is typically around 1 to 3."
"The secretion of gastric acid is regulated by various hormones."
"If the production of gastric acid is impaired, it can lead to digestive problems."
