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ZOO 101 Digestion and Absorption of Food Objective Question
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Why does the pancreas secrete bicarbonate into the small intestine?
Options
A To activate pepsinogen.
B To emulsify fats.
C To neutralize the acidic chyme from the stomach.
Correct Answer
D To digest carbohydrates.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The pancreas secretes bicarbonate to neutralize the acidic stomach contents (chyme) entering the small intestine.

Hint

This creates a suitable pH for intestinal enzymes to work.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: Digestion and Absorption of Food
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 523 of 2214
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