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What does the pepsin do in the stomach?

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∙ 13y ago
Updated: 8/20/2019

Pepsin digests protein in the highly acidic environment of the stomach.

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Is pepsin present in the stomach?

Yes, pepsin is present in the stomach.


Which enzyme works best in alkaline conditions?

Pepsin in the stomach


What enzymes are found in the stomach?

an enzyme found in the stomach is PEPSIN


How can you destroy pepsin in stomach?

Make the conditions of the stomach alkaline so that the pH is not conducive to the functioning of pepsin


What food does pepsin begin to breakdown?

Pepsin begins the digetion of Protein. Pepsin is found in the stomach.


What enzymes in stomach?

pepsin


Which is not secreted by the stomach?

pepsin


What produces pepsin?

the stomach


What type of nutrient is digested by pepsin in the stomach?

Pepsin in important for the digestion of protein. The enzyme is created in the stomach and breaks down the collagen protein.


In which Organ of the digestive system does pepsin works?

Breaks down the proteins into peptide chains


Where does pepsin work in the digestive system?

Pepsin works in the stomach in the digestive system.


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