The Contribution of the Pancreas in the Overall Digestion and Utilization

The contribution of the pancreas in the overall digestion and utilization of nutrients includes all of the following EXCEPT

A) as an accessory gland.
B) to secrete bicarbonate, which helps neutralize highly acidic chyme.
C) to release enzymes that break down carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and nucleic acids in the small intestine.
D) to produce insulin and glucagon that help regulate the metabolism of sugar.
E) mechanical digestion.