Asked by Kaitlyn Shearer on Jul 13, 2024
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Pepsinogen
A) Salivary glands
B) Stomach
C) Liver
D) Small intestine
E) Pancreas
Pepsinogen
An inactive precursor of pepsin, secreted by stomach lining cells, which is activated by stomach acid into the enzyme pepsin.
Salivary Glands
Exocrine glands in the mouth that produce saliva, which begins the process of digestion and helps maintain oral hygiene.
- Identify the locations of enzyme and hormone production within the digestive system.
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Natalia PalasotaJul 13, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Pepsinogen is produced by the chief cells in the stomach, where it is then converted into the active enzyme pepsin to aid in the digestion of proteins.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the locations of enzyme and hormone production within the digestive system.