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There are many forms of protein, which all play an important role in the function of the body. For example, collagen is a protein and is vital for the strength, elasticity and composition of our hair and skin.

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Where does most protein digestion occur in humans?

Most protein digestion occurs in the stomach. However, further digestion of proteins also occurs in the small intestine.


Where in the human body is protein digested?

Protein digestion primarily occurs in the stomach and small intestine of the human body.


When does digestion occur for protein?

I dont know if this is your question but protein occurs in the stomach and breaks down protein into amino acids Hope this was the answer to your question :)


Does protein digestion occur in the duodenum or ileum?

Protein digestion primarily occurs in the duodenum, where enzymes like pepsin and trypsin break down proteins into smaller peptides. The final stages of protein digestion, where peptides are further broken down into amino acids, occur mainly in the small intestine, including the ileum.


What assists the metabolization of protein?

Enzymes in the body help to metabolize protein. The process occurs during digestion and as the food flows through the intestines.


Where in digestive system protein is absorbed?

Absorbtion of proteins occurs in the small intestine. Digestion starts in the stomach.


Why enzyme pepsin works only in the stomach?

Protein digestion occurs in stomach only because it is safe for the body, as stomach has mucous secretions which prevents self digestion of stomach muscles by PEPSIN (enzyme for protein digestion) :)


Where does protein digestion?

in your stomach the acids dissolve the protein and therefore ends digestion


Where does the protein digestion start?

the digestion of proteins begin in the stomach.


End product of protein digestion?

End product of digestion of protein is amino acid


What is the difference between digestion of heterotrophs and saprotrophs?

Heterotrophs- digestion occurs inside the body. Saprotrophs- digestion occurs outside of body.


What is the location where the majority of the digestion and absorption occurs?

Most of digestion occurs in the stomach and most absorption occurs in the small intestine.