Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2010 2010Moderate

An enzyme in the gastric juice of many infant mammals that precipitates milk protein is:

Correct answer: A. Rennin

  • A. Rennin
  • B. Pepsinogen
  • C. Gastrin
  • D. Renin

Explanation

Rennin is an enzyme found in the gastric juice of many infant mammals, including humans, that helps to digest milk proteins. It works by breaking down the protein casein, which is the main protein in milk, into smaller peptides and amino acids. Rennin is produced by specialized cells in the stomach called chief cells.

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