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The main enzyme in the Stomach is Pepsin which is used to digest protein. Only protein digestion occurs in the stomach and almostt no absorption, (only a little alcohol). This protein is not secreted as its active form (ie not as pepsin) but as the Zymogen (the inactive precursor to proteins) Pepsinogen which cleaves in a low pH to form the active enzyme.
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∙ 15y agoHCl activates the enzyme pepsinogen, which then undergoes autocatalytic cleavage and becomes pepsin. Pepsin digests proteins in the stomach.
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∙ 11y agoit releases protein digesting enzyme pepsin dilute hcl and mucuos.
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∙ 14y agoPepsin is released in the stomach.
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Where are most digestive enzymes produced?
Most digestive enzymes are produced in the stomach. You will find that with the complex ducts throughout the human body these enzymes can travel to other areas of the digestive system. These areas include the salivary glands, the stomach, the pancreas, and the intestines.
Numerous different enzymes are produced by the cells?
Yes, enzymes are produced by cells.
Are enzymes present in the stomach?
yes.
Where is the chyme produced?
The microscopic particles called chylomicrons are produced by cells in the small intestine. Once they are produced, they are released into the bloodstream.In the epithelial of the small intestine. :)
Where is pepsin produced?
pepsin (which breaks down protein) is produced in the stomach unlike the enzymes amylase (which breaks down carbohydrates) and lipase (which breaks down lipids or fats) which are produced in the pancreas.
Where are most digestive enzymes produced?
Most digestive enzymes are produced in the stomach. You will find that with the complex ducts throughout the human body these enzymes can travel to other areas of the digestive system. These areas include the salivary glands, the stomach, the pancreas, and the intestines.
What are the enzymes produced by the esophagus?
The esophagus does not produce any enzymes. Even so, sometimes digestive enzymes produced in the stomach can make their way into the esophagus due to a hernia or a condition called gastroesophagic reflux.
Enzymes that digest carbs are produced by what organs?
stomach pancreas gall bladder
Where else are enzymes produced except the mouth stomach and pancreas?
gall bladder, small intestine
What is the acid secreated by the stomach?
Hydochloric acid is produced in the stomach to a) kill pathogens in our food b) gives optimum pH for enzymes to work in
Which process in a human requires that enzymes be secreted into gastrointestinal tract?
Chemical digestion in humans requires enzymes to be secreted into the gastrointestinal tract. These enzymes are produced by the pancreas and stomach, among other organs.
What enzymes are in the esophogus?
The esophagus does not produce any enzymes. Even so, sometimes digestive enzymes produced in the stomach can make their way into the esophagus due to a hernia or a condition called gastroesophagic reflux.
What parts of the body produce enzymes?
The stomach contains enzymes that break down protein.
Explain how bile produces by the liver and enzymes produced in the pancreas function in the small intestine?
The bile produced in the liver eats the fats in the food and the enzymes produced in the pancreas breaks down the fats before the the bile eats it because the enzymes break down the fats in to smaller particlesIt helps neutralize the stomach acid so it wont burn it.as part of the digestive system, the pancreas produces enzymes that flow into the small intestine and help break down starches, proteins, and fats.
Where enzymes are produced?
inside the cells of an organizism
What PH would work for enzymes produced in the stomach?
It's about 7.5, which means that it is slightly basic. The stomach is acidic, so not only does the basic pH of the small intestine allow the enzymes to function, but it also counteracts with the acidity of the stomach.
Numerous different enzymes are produced by the cells?
Yes, enzymes are produced by cells.
