THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

STOMACH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What occurs mainly in the small intestine?
A
Gastrin is secreted
B
Lysozyme is secreted
C
Acidic chyme is neutralised
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Chyme is produced in the stomach and transferred to the Intestine for further digestion. Due to the presence of gastric juices, chyme becomes acidic. This acidity can damage the intestines. Hence to neutralize it basic fluid such as sodium bicarbonate is secreted into the intestine.

Detailed explanation-2: -Parts of the small intestine When food moves into your duodenum, it mixes with digestive enzymes that your pancreas secretes. These enzymes break down the largest molecules of food, such as proteins and starches. They also neutralize stomach acid.

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