What secretory cells of the stomach secrete hydrochloric acid?
A) chief cells
B) parietal cells
C) serous cells
D) mucus neck cells

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Parietal cells are responsible for secreting hydrochloric acid in the stomach, as well as intrinsic factor which helps with the absorption of vitamin B12. Chief cells secrete pepsinogen which is activated by the hydrochloric acid to break down proteins. Serous cells secrete enzymes and mucus neck cells secrete mucus to protect the stomach lining.

What Secretory Cells of the Stomach Secrete Hydrochloric Acid