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In the stomach, the enzyme pepsin digests:

Answer: proteins.

  • A proteins
  • B starch
  • C fats
  • D cellulose

Correct answer: A. proteins

Explanation: Pepsin breaks proteins into smaller peptides in the acidic stomach.

Labeled diagram of the human digestive system showing mouth, esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, small intestine, and large intestine

The human digestive system. Image: LadyofHats (Mariana Ruiz), Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

The digestive tract, digestive enzymes, hormonal control of digestion, and liver function. High NEET weightage.

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