Hydrochloric acid is present in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Hydrochloric acid is present in:
A. Vinegar
B. Milk
C. Gastric juice
D. Orange juice
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Gastric juice in the stomach contains hydrochloric acid (HCl) which aids digestion and kills bacteria. Orange juice contains citric acid, vinegar acetic acid, milk lactic acid (from fermentation). The pH of stomach acid is around 1-2.

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