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Oxyntic cells/peptic cells of gastric glands secrete HCI.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Cells in Gastric Glands**: The gastric glands in the stomach contain three main types of cells: mucous neck cells, peptic (or chief) cells, and parietal (or oxyntic) cells. 2. **Function of Mucous Neck Cells**: Mucous neck cells secrete mucus, which serves to protect the stomach lining from the harsh acidic environment created by gastric secretions. 3. **Function of Peptic (Chief) Cells**: Peptic cells produce pepsinogen, an inactive precursor of the enzyme pepsin, which is involved in protein digestion. ...
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