Question:
What will happen if mucus is not secreted by gastric glands ?
Solution:
Mucus protects the stomach from corrosion by HCl and pepsin of gastric juice. In the absence of mucus, the lining layer of stomach wall will be
corroded forming gastric ulcers. There will be excessive acidity and extreme discomfort.
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