alleryStart learning →Why does strong stomach acid not eat away the stomach wall?
AThe wall has no cells
BThe acid is alkaline
CFood absorbs all acid
DA mucus layer shields it
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. A mucus layer shields it
Gastric glands secrete mucus that forms a protective layer over the wall.
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