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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Aqueous NaHCO3 secreted by the pancreas neutralizes the acidic gastric contents emptied into the duodenum, which prevents irritation of the duodenal mucosa. Therefore, (a) and (b) are correct, while option (c) is incorrect. Therefore, option (D) is the best choice.

Which of the Following Are Functions of Aqueous NaHCO3 Secreted

Which of the Following Are Functions of Aqueous NaHCO₃ Secreted