Digestive Enzymes | MCQs

Explanation

HCl creates an acidic environment (pH 1.5 to 3.5) that activates the enzyme pepsin from its inactive form, pepsinogen.

Pepsin then breaks down proteins into smaller peptides, facilitating digestion.

Explanation

The pancreas secretes pancreatic juice, which contains a variety of enzymes that help break down carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in the small intestine.

These enzymes include amylase, lipase, trypsin, and chymotrypsin, among others.

Explanation

Pancreatic juice, produced by the pancreas, contains a mix of enzymes that break down:

• Proteins (pepsin, trypsin, and chymotrypsin)
• Fats (lipase)
• Carbohydrates (amylase)