Trypsinogen is activated by:
Correct answer: B. Enteropeptidase
- A. Chymotrypsin
- B. Enteropeptidase
- C. Trypsin
- D. HCl
Explanation
Trypsinogen is activated by enterokinase also known as enteropeptidase. Hydrochloric acid (HCl), another component of the gastric juice, plays a crucial role in creating the pH required for pepsin activity.
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