The stomach is protected from digesting itself by producing ________.
A. antipepsin that destroys digestive substances
B. a thick layer of mucus to coat the lining of the stomach
C. hydroxyl ions to neutralize the acid
D. bicarbonate only when food is in the stomach
Answer: B
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