Pancreatic Juice (Noun)
Meaning
A fluid secreted into the duodenum by the pancreas; important for breaking down starches and proteins and fats.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- Pancreatic juice plays a crucial role in the digestion and absorption of nutrients in the small intestine.
- When pancreatic juice enters the duodenum, it mixes with bile from the liver to break down fats and other nutrients.
- Enzymes present in pancreatic juice facilitate the breakdown of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids into smaller molecules.
- Malabsorption of fats can occur if there is an inadequate production of pancreatic juice to facilitate digestion in the small intestine.
- Pancreatic juice is rich in bicarbonate ions, which helps to neutralize the acidic stomach contents entering the duodenum.