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Q: Why does protein need to be broken down?
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Where is protein broken down in the digestive system?

muscle fibers


How is protein broken down?

Protein is broken down in the stomach by Gastric Juices ( which is a mixture of hydrocloric acids and enzimes ) .


What would the steak be broken into?

Steak and most meats contain mostly protein and fat. The protein is broken down to amino acids and the fat is broken down to fatty acids and glycerine.


What would steak be broken into?

Steak and most meats contain mostly protein and fat. The protein is broken down to amino acids and the fat is broken down to fatty acids and glycerine.


Do enzymes get broken down?

Yes.. There are protein and they can be denature


Will increasing protein intake lead to increased muscle mass?

not on its own, you need to lift weights to break down muscle protein rebuilds the muscle once its broken


The process by which protein confirmation is lost or broken down is what?

Denaturaion


What does protein get broken down into to use for energy?

Proteins are broken down into amino acids in digestive tract and then synthesis of new proteins.


What is the Main organic molecule digested in stomach?

Protein is the main macromolecule that is broken down in the stomach.


What enzymes break down protein and fat?

pancrelipase is the enzyme that breaks down protein and fat


What can be broken down by body cells to create new compounds?

protein in a hamburger can be broken down by body cells to create a new compound


What happens to a protein molecule in food?

the bonds of the protein mlecule are broken down and used to help the organism grow.