Duodenal gland secretion prevents
A) digestive enzyme release.
B) release of bile from the liver.
C) irritation of the duodenal mucosa by acidic chyme and digestive enzymes.
D) the release of insulin.
E) peristalsis.

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Duodenal gland secretion, specifically from Brunner's glands, produces an alkaline mucus that helps to neutralize the acidic chyme coming from the stomach. This prevents irritation of the duodenal mucosa by the acidic chyme and digestive enzymes.

Duodenal Gland Secretion Prevents