Indicate which digestive secretion is being described in each question by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code.
-Secreted by the salivary glands.
A)bile salts
B)pepsin(ogen)
C)amylase
D)lipase
E)trypsin(ogen)

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Salivary glands secrete amylase, which breaks down carbohydrates.

Answer: B
 Pepsin(ogen) is secreted by the gastric glands in the stomach and helps in the digestion of proteins.

Answer: D
 Lipase is secreted by the pancreas and helps in the digestion of fats.

Answer: E
 Trypsin(ogen) is secreted by the pancreas and helps in the digestion of proteins.

Answer: A
 Bile salts are secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder. They aid in the digestion of fats and are released into the small intestine.

Indicate Which Digestive Secretion Is Being Described in Each Question