Consider statements about human digestion: 1. Saliva contains the enzyme ptyalin. 2. The stomach secretes hydrochloric acid. 3. Bile is produced by the gall bladder. Which are correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Consider statements about human digestion: 1. Saliva contains the enzyme ptyalin. 2. The stomach secretes hydrochloric acid. 3. Bile is produced by the gall bladder. Which are correct?
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 3
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1 and 2 only
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Salivary glands secrete saliva containing salivary amylase (ptyalin) which begins starch digestion. The stomach's gastric glands secrete HCl, creating an acidic medium for pepsin action. Bile is synthesized continuously by the liver, stored, and concentrated in the gall bladder, but not produced by it. Therefore, statements 1 and 2 are correct, while 3 is false.

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