20 Questions
Which enzyme targets neutral nonpolar amino acids during protein digestion?
Carboxypeptidase A
Which transporter is responsible for the absorption of dipeptides and tripeptides?
PEPT1 (H+)
Which amino acids have the quickest transporter affinity during protein absorption?
Met, leu, ile, val
What process involves the removal of the amino group from an amino acid?
Deamination
What is the end product of deamination?
Ammonia and keto acid
Which organ is responsible for ammonia excretion?
Liver
What is the main purpose of protein catabolism?
Energy production
Which expert consultation report is referenced in the text?
WHO/FAO/UNU Expert Consultation
What is the full name of the lecturer mentioned in the text?
Aifric O’Sullivan
Which protein digestion enzyme targets basic amino acids?
Trypsin
Which enzyme is responsible for targeting aromatic amino acids during protein digestion?
Chymotrypsin
Which transporter is responsible for the absorption of dipeptides and tripeptides?
PEPT1
What is the end product of transamination?
Amino acid
Which amino acids have the slowest transporter affinity during protein absorption?
Glutamate and aspartate
What is the main function of peptidases during protein digestion?
Protein metabolism
What is the main purpose of deamination during protein metabolism?
Amino acid synthesis
Which organ is responsible for ammonia excretion during urea synthesis?
Liver
Which amino acids have the quickest transporter affinity during protein absorption?
Met and leu
Which enzyme is responsible for targeting basic amino acids during protein digestion?
Trypsin
Which amino acids are considered dispensable during protein metabolism?
Neutral amino acids
Test your knowledge on protein digestion and metabolism with this quiz. Covering topics such as protein absorption, peptidases, carboxypeptidase A, and more, this quiz will help you understand the intricate processes involved in protein digestion.
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