The Hormone ________ Triggers the Production of the Watery Pancreatic

Question

The hormone ________ triggers the production of the watery pancreatic juice containing buffers.
A) insulin
B) erythropoietin
C) glucagon
D) secretin
E) cholecystokinin

Accepted Answer

Secretin is the hormone that triggers the production of watery pancreatic juice containing buffers. It is secreted by the S cells of the duodenum in response to acidic chyme entering the small intestine from the stomach. Secretin stimulates the pancreas to secrete bicarbonate ions and water, which neutralize the acid and protect the small intestine from damage.