Question

Zymogen cells and Chief cells secretes

• A. Hydrochloric acid
• B. Mucus
• C. Pepsinogen
• D. Trypsinogen

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Pepsinogen

The correct option is C

EXPLANATION OF CORRECT OPTION

Pepsinogen is a strong and abundant protein digestive enzyme secreted by the gastric chief cells.

EXPLANATION FOR INCORRECT OPTION

Option A:

1. It is also better known as muriatic acid.
2. It is colorless.

Option B:

1. It is a slippery secretion produced and covered by a mucous membrane.
2. It is produced from cells that are found in mucous glands.

Option D:

1. It is converted into trypsin.
2. It is produced in the pancreas and released into the small intestine.

Final answer: Zymogen cells and Chief cells secrete pepsinogen.