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What are the functions of gastric glands present in the wall of the stomach?

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Gastric glands present in the wall of the stomach serve following functions :
(i) They release mucus for protection of inner lining of stomach.
(ii) They produce gastric acid.
(iii) They release the gastric enzymes pepsin and rennin that digests proteins.
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