Where does digestion of proteins take place?

Stomach only

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Stomach and small intestines

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Stomach and large intestines

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Large intestines only

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Solution

The correct option is B Stomach and small intestines
The digestion of proteins starts in the stomach by the action of gastric juices produced by the walls of the stomach. Further, it also takes place in the duodenum and ileum of the small intestine under the action of pancreatic and intestinal juices respectively.

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