Question

Will enzymes in the stomach continue to function once they have reached the small intestine? Why or why not?

Answer 1

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Gastric enzymes work only in the acidic medium which is provided by HCl ( Hydrochloric acid ) in the stomach ,

In the small intestine the pH is alkaline due to presence of bile salts and Bicarbonates.

So even if gastric enzymes reach small intestine , they wont be able to act on the food there.

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