WONDER #1374: How Powerful Is Stomach Acid?

Question 1 of 3

Gastric acid consists of potassium chloride, sodium chloride, and what else?

1. hydrochloric acid
2. mucous
3. blood
4. bicarbonate

Question 2 of 3

Which cells in the stomach help protect its lining from the effects of stomach acid?

1. alkaline
2. epithelial
3. basic
4. acidic

Question 3 of 3

What might form as a result of overproduction of stomach acid?

1. intestinal polyps
2. throat lesions
3. lung cancer
4. gastric ulcers

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