Which of the Following Are Functions of Aqueous NaHCO₃ Secreted

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are functions of aqueous NaHCO₃ secreted by the pancreas into the duodenum?

• A) neutralization of acidic gastric contents emptied into the duodenum
• B) prevention of irritation of the duodenal mucosa
• C) active digestion of fat molecules into fatty acids
• D) neutralization of acidic gastric contents emptied into the duodenum, and prevention of irritation of the duodenal mucosa
• E) none of these

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