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Which organ secretes bicarbonate to neutralize the acidity of chyme in the small intestine?
What is the first portion of the small intestine called?
Which organ produces proteases trypsin and chymotrypsin?
Where is bile made in the body?
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What is the function of bile in the small intestine?
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What is the role of the gallbladder in the digestive process?
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Which organ does chyme from the stomach mix with in the small intestine?
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What is the function of the small intestine in the digestive system?
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What is the function of the liver in the digestive system?
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Which organ is responsible for the coordinated contraction and relaxation of stomach muscles?
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What is the function of stomach contractions in the digestive system?
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How long does it typically take for stomach contents to pass into the small intestine after a meal?
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Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the digestion of carbohydrates?
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Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the digestion of proteins?
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Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the digestion of nucleic acids?
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Which part of the digestive system is responsible for the digestion of fats?
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Which organ secretes enzymes to aid in the digestion of proteins in the small intestine?
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Which organ is responsible for the production of bile?
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