NEETChemistryChemistry in Everyday Life
How does histamine affect the stomach's acid secretion?
Options
- AIt decreases acid secretion.
- BIt stimulates acid secretion.
- CIt has no effect on acid secretion.
- DIt neutralizes stomach acid.
Correct answer
B. It stimulates acid secretion.
Step-by-step solution
Histamine stimulates the secretion of pepsin and hydrochloric acid in the stomach.