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The trypsin enzyme is secreted by

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Stomach
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Duodenum
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Pancreas
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Liver
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Solution

The correct option is C Pancreas
Trypsin is produced in the pancreas as the inactive proenzyme trypsinogen. In the duodenum, trypsin catalyzes the hydrolysis of peptide bonds, breaking down proteins into smaller peptides.

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