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BiologyDigestion and AbsorptionAlimentary CanalEasy2 minPYQ_2026
BiologyEasysingle choice
Protein digesting enzyme pepsin is secreted in the ________ digestive system.
Options:
Answer:
B
Solution:
Pepsin is a protein-digesting enzyme secreted by the chief cells (peptic cells) of the gastric glands located in the stomach.
It is initially secreted in its inactive form, pepsinogen, which is then converted into active pepsin by the hydrochloric acid (HCl) present in the gastric juice.
The oesophagus does not secrete digestive enzymes, while the duodenum and ileum are parts of the small intestine where enzymes like trypsin and chymotrypsin act.
Answer: stomach
Stream:MHT_CET_MEDICALSubject:BiologyTopic:Digestion and AbsorptionSubtopic:Alimentary Canal
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