The chemical digestion of proteins begins in the ________.

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The chemical digestion of proteins begins in the stomach with the help of the enzyme pepsin, which breaks down proteins into smaller peptides. While some protein digestion may occur in the mouth with the enzyme amylase, this is not the main site of protein digestion. Proteins are further digested and absorbed in the small intestine with the help of pancreatic enzymes and enzymes produced by the cells lining the small intestine. Proteins do not undergo digestion in the bloodstream.

The Chemical Digestion of Proteins Begins in the ________