5 Questions
What is the function of alkaline pancreatic juices in the small intestine?
Neutralize the acidic solution from the stomach
What is the role of proteases from the pancreas and intestine in the small intestine?
Split peptide strands into tri- and dipeptides & amino acids
Where are tri- and dipeptides further split into amino acids in the small intestine?
Surface & within cells of the small intestine
What is the destination of amino acids after being moved by intestinal cells to the bloodstream?
Capillaries -> Liver
What serves as the template to make messenger RNA (mRNA) in protein synthesis?
DNA
Test your knowledge of protein breakdown, digestion, and synthesis with this quiz. Explore concepts such as denaturation of proteins and irreversible changes in protein structure due to various factors. Sharpen your understanding of cooking processes and their impact on protein denaturation.
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