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Which product of the pancreas is correctly matched to its function?
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23. The Digestive System
Pancreas
객관식
What is a major function of pancreatic juice?
A
To produce insulin for blood sugar regulation
B
To store bile produced by the liver
C
To absorb nutrients from digested food
D
To neutralize stomach acid in the small intestine
검증된 단계별 안내1
Understand the role of the pancreas in the digestive system. The pancreas produces pancreatic juice, which is crucial for digestion.
Recognize that pancreatic juice contains enzymes such as amylase, lipase, and proteases, which help in the digestion of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, respectively.
Identify that pancreatic juice also contains bicarbonate ions, which are essential for neutralizing the acidic chyme that enters the small intestine from the stomach.
Consider the environment of the small intestine, which requires a neutral to slightly alkaline pH for optimal enzyme activity and nutrient absorption.
Conclude that the major function of pancreatic juice is to neutralize stomach acid in the small intestine, creating a suitable pH for digestive enzymes to function effectively.
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