The lining of the epithelial cells in the stomach of vertebrates is protected from damage by $HCl$ due to:

  • A
    Secretion of mucus covering the epithelium
  • B
    Neutralization of $HCl$ by alkaline chyme
  • C
    Dilution of $HCl$
  • D
    Resistance of the epithelium to $HCl$

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