2.30 Bile Flashcards

1
Q

What is bile?

A

An alkaline substance made in the liver

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2
Q

Where is bile stored?

A

In the gall bladder

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3
Q

What are the 2 main roles of Bile?

A

-Neutralising the hydrochloric acid from the stomach, leading to optimum pH for enzymes
-The emulsification of lipids (Breaking them down)

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