The chemical that neutralizes the acidic chyme so that the lining of the small intestine is not eroded is _____.

Biology · High School · Thu Jan 21 2021

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The chemical that neutralizes the acidic chyme so that the lining of the small intestine is not eroded is bicarbonate. Bicarbonate neutralizes the highly acidic gastric juice, which can damage the membrane lining of the intestine.

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