The enzyme secreted by the stomach that digests milk protein in infants is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The enzyme secreted by the stomach that digests milk protein in infants is:
A. Pepsin
B. Trypsin
C. Rennin
D. Lipase
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Rennin (chymosin) is a proteolytic enzyme found in the gastric juice of young mammals; it curdles milk by converting soluble caseinogen into insoluble casein, slowing its passage and allowing pepsin to digest it. Pepsin is the main adult protease, trypsin is pancreatic, and lipase digests fats. Rennin is now produced biotechnologically for cheese making.

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