alleryWhy does pancreatic bicarbonate enter the intestine?
ATo acidify the intestine
BTo create alkaline conditions
CTo release dissolved oxygen
DTo precipitate dissolved salts
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. To create alkaline conditions
Pancreatic bicarbonate makes the intestinal environment alkaline for nutrient absorption.
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