All of these conditions can cause protein denaturation EXCEPT:
A) high temperatures from cooking.
B) digestion by pancreatic proteases.
C) the presence of hydrochloric acid.
D) extreme changes in blood pH.
E) an increase in body temperature due to high fever.

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Pancreatic proteases, which are digestive enzymes, are designed to break down proteins and therefore do not cause denaturation. The other options listed can cause denaturation, with high temperatures being the most common cause.

All of These Conditions Can Cause Protein Denaturation EXCEPT