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Where does most protein digestion occur in the small intestine?
Where does most protein digestion occur in the small intestine?
- Ileum
- Duodenum and jejunum (correct)
- Colon
- Stomach
Which cells are responsible for the last stage of protein digestion in the small intestine?
Which cells are responsible for the last stage of protein digestion in the small intestine?
- Enterocytes (correct)
- Pancreatic cells
- Gastric cells
- Liver cells
What happens to dipeptides and tripeptides in the small intestine?
What happens to dipeptides and tripeptides in the small intestine?
- They are digested by peptidases secreted by enterocytes (correct)
- They are excreted as waste
- They are absorbed into the bloodstream as is
- They are digested by pancreatic enzymes
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"Test Your Knowledge on Protein Digestion in the Small Intestine: Learn about the Role of Pancreatic Enzymes and Enterocytes" - Take this quiz to deepen your understanding of how proteins are digested in the upper small intestine. Explore the crucial role of proteolytic enzymes from pancreatic secretion and the final stage of protein digestion achieved by enterocytes lining the villi of the small intestine. Test your knowledge on peptidases and other essential factors involved in protein digestion for optimal
