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Bile released into the duodenum makes the medium alkaline, which is necessary because it:

Answer: Activates pancreatic enzymes.

  • A Activates salivary amylase
  • B Activates pancreatic enzymes
  • C Denatures trypsin
  • D Curdles milk protein

Correct answer: B. Activates pancreatic enzymes

Explanation: Bile neutralises the acidic chyme and creates the alkaline pH needed for pancreatic enzymes such as trypsin and lipase to act.

Labeled diagram of the human digestive system showing mouth, esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, small intestine, and large intestine

The human digestive system. Image: LadyofHats (Mariana Ruiz), Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

The digestive tract, digestive enzymes, hormonal control of digestion, and liver function. High NEET weightage.

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