The acidic semidigested food coming out of the stomach is neutralized by
[amp_mcq option1=”pancreatic juice” option2=”duodenal secretion” option3=”large intestine secretion” option4=”bile juice” correct=”option1″]
This question was previously asked in
UPSC NDA-2 – 2018
– Enzymes in the small intestine, particularly pancreatic enzymes, function optimally in a slightly alkaline environment (pH 7-8).
– Pancreatic juice is rich in bicarbonate ions (HCO₃⁻), which effectively neutralize the acidity of the chyme entering the duodenum, raising the pH to the optimal range for enzyme activity.