Match each structure with its function, description, or the enzyme it produces.
-organ in which pepsinogen is made
A)Gallbladder
B)Salivary gland
C)Pancreas
D)Stomach
E)Small intestine
F)Liver

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Pepsinogen is made in the stomach.

Other options:
A) Gallbladder - stores and releases bile
B) Salivary gland - produces saliva containing amylase to break down carbohydrates
C) Pancreas - produces enzymes such as lipase, amylase, and trypsin to aid in digestion
E) Small intestine - absorbs nutrients from food
F) Liver - produces bile, metabolizes nutrients, and helps filter toxins from the blood.

Match Each Structure with Its Function, Description, or the Enzyme