What kills bacteria in our food in the mouth and stomach?

Academic Biology NCERT Class 9

In our mouth, the enzyme Lysozyme present in the food kills the bacteria, while in our stomach, hydrochloric acid (dilute HCl) present in the gastric juice secreted by the stomach walls kills the bacteria that are present in the food.

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Updated on: 12-Jan-2023

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