Trypsin enzyme is helpful for which action?

Correct option is D

Correct Answer: (D) Digestion of protein
Explanation:
→ Trypsin is a digestive enzyme produced by the pancreas and secreted into the small intestine.
→ It is specifically responsible for breaking down proteins into smaller peptides during digestion.
→ Trypsin works by hydrolyzing peptide bonds, making protein molecules easier for the body to absorb.
→ It is a key enzyme in the protein digestion process, complementing other enzymes like pepsin from the stomach.
Information Booster:
→ Produced by the pancreas as trypsinogen (inactive form).
→ Activated in the small intestine by enterokinase.
→ Helps in protein breakdown into peptides and amino acids.
→ Works optimally in slightly alkaline pH of the small intestine.
→ Complements pepsin which acts in the stomach.
→ Essential for nutrient absorption and metabolism.
→ Deficiency or malfunction can lead to protein malnutrition.
Additional Information (Other Options):
Option (A) Digestion of carbohydrate – Done by amylase, not trypsin.
Option (B) Digestion of fat – Done by lipase and bile salts.
Option (C) Digestion of nucleic acid – Done by nuclease enzymes.