Practice mode Enzymes

Which enzyme works best in the strongly acidic conditions of the stomach?

Correct answer D. Pepsin

Explanation

Pepsin has an optimum pH of about 2, suited to the hydrochloric acid in gastric juice; trypsin and pancreatic lipase need alkaline conditions.

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