The pancreatic juice makes the medium ___________ in the small intestine for the action of enzymes present there.

Acidic

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Alkaline

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Neutral

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None of the above.

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Solution

The correct option is B
Alkaline

Pancreatic juice makes the medium in the small intestine alkaline. It neutralizes the acidity of the acid that comes from the stomach. Alkaline medium is required for the digestion of fats. And the majority of fat digestion happens once it reaches the small intestine.

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