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Lipase and amylase require an alkaline environment such as what is found in the duodenum of the small intestine. Pepsin functions in the acidic environment of the stomach.

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What is digestiv hormone a- lipase b-pepsin c- amylase d- gastrin?

Lypase,Pepsin and Amylase are enzymes.Gastrin is a hormone.


What hormones does the stomach produce?

Cells in the pyloric region of hte stomach secrete the hormone (A) pepsin (B) amylase (C) gastrin (D) lipase


What enzyme is present in the stomach?

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Which is not secreted by the stomach?

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Which enzyme works best in alkaline conditions?

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What are some enzymes found in the digestive system?

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no they can not because they at completely different pH levels.


What part of the digestive system produces enzymes?

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Hydrochloric acid and pepsin are secreted by the?

Hydrochloric acid is secreted by the parietal cells of the stomach lining, while pepsin is secreted by the chief cells in the stomach. Together, these substances play a key role in the digestion of proteins by breaking them down into smaller peptides and amino acids.


What enzyme does hydrochloric acid activate?

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