Bicarbonate secretion

A) is secreted by apical Cl--HCO3- antiport.
B) neutralizes acid entering from the stomach into the duodenum.
C) is not dependent on high levels of carbonic anhydrase to maintain bicarbonate production.
D) neutralizes acid entering from the stomach into the duodenum and is secreted by apical Cl--HCO3 - antiport.
E) is secreted by the acinar cells.


D) neutralizes acid entering from the stomach into the duodenum and is secreted by apical Cl--HCO3 - antiport.

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