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HCI, or hydrochloric acid, is not produced in the pancreas; rather, it is secreted by the stomach to aid in digestion. The pancreas primarily produces digestive enzymes and bicarbonate to neutralize stomach acid as chyme enters the small intestine. In the context of pancreatic function, the focus is more on the secretion of enzymes like amylase, lipase, and proteases, which are crucial for breaking down carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, respectively. Thus, HCI plays a role in digestion but is associated with the stomach rather than the pancreas.

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