Question

Write names and functions of enzymes present in gastric juice of human.

Answer 1

Enzymes present in gastric juice of human are as follows:
(1) Pepsin: In the presence of HCl, it converts protein to peptones.
(2) Renin: In the presence of HCl and Ca${}^{++}$ ion, it converts into calcium paracaseinate.
(3) Gastric lipase: It converts fats into fatty acid and glycerol.
(4) Gastric mucin: It keeps the food slimy and protects stomach wall against its attack by the protein enzymes. Mucin is not an enzymes but it is found in gastric juice.