The acidic chyme in the small intestine is neutralized by
A) bicarbonate from the pancreas.
B) buffers from the jejunum.
C) bile from the liver.
D) trypsin activation.
E) a variety of zymogens.

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The pancreas releases bicarbonate ions into the small intestine to neutralize the acidic chyme from the stomach. This helps create a more optimal pH environment for the digestive enzymes to function properly.

The Acidic Chyme in the Small Intestine Is Neutralized by