Sagot :
based on the occurence, the outcome what i would predict would be :
c. pepsin would probably not break down proteins in the test tube because pepsin is designed to work at very acidici pH ranges
under non-acid Condition, pepsin is internalized by cells of the upper airways
Answer;
C) Pepsin would probably NOT break down proteins in the test tube because pepsin is designed to work at very acidic pH ranges
Explanation;
Enzyme pepsin is a proteolytic enzyme produced by the chief cells of the stomach walls, its function is to break down protein molecules into smaller molecules called peptides. The enzyme works best at low pH (acidic pH) in the stomach, enhanced by the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.