Which of the Following Are Functions of Aqueous NaHCO₃ Secreted

question 59

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) both (a) and (b) above.
• E) all of these answers.

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