10 Questions
Which enzyme is responsible for hydrolyzing the bonds formed by aromatic amino acids in the stomach?
Pepsin
What is the function of rennin in protein digestion?
Coagulate milk proteins
Which enzyme is activated by enteropeptidase and acts as an activator for other inactive pancreatic enzymes?
Trypsin
What is the optimum pH for the action of chymotrypsin?
Not specified in the text
Which organ produces rennin, trypsin, chymotrypsin, and elastase?
Pancreas
What is the function of rennin in protein digestion?
Coagulate the milk proteins
Which enzyme is responsible for activating all other inactive pancreatic enzymes?
Trypsin
What is the optimum pH for the action of pepsin in the stomach?
1-2
Which organ secretes the enzyme gelatinase for protein digestion?
Small intestine
What is the main function of chymotrypsin in protein digestion?
Hydrolyze the bonds formed by aromatic amino acids
Test your knowledge of the enzymes involved in protein digestion in the human body, including their sources, activation, and actions.
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