Why is it important to maintain a specific pH in the human stomach for the digestive enzymes?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) To neutralise the acid outside the stomach
2. (B) To prevent the growth of harmful bacteria
3. (C) To absorb water more efficiently
4. (D) To ensure the correct shape and activity of enzymes such as pepsin

Verified Answer

Option (D): To ensure the correct shape and activity of enzymes such as pepsin

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