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Which stomach enzyme is primarily responsible for breaking down proteins into smaller peptides?

  • A Amylase
  • B Lipase
  • C Pepsin
  • D Trypsin
Correct Answer: Option C — Pepsin
Explanation: Pepsin is a stomach enzyme that breaks down proteins into smaller peptides functioning optimally in the highly acidic environment created by hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
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