Darwinism : The Most Important Contribution of the Victorian Era. Charles Darwinâs revolutionary idea of evolution sparked dramatic debate in the scientific and, most especially, religious communities, as well as inspiring a new wave of thought in the minds of the world. There was also plenty of controversy, particularly from the many believers of creationism during the Victorian era.
1. Proteases Digestion of proteins is initiated by pepsin in the stomach, but the bulk of protein digestion is due to the pancreatic proteases. Several proteases are synthesized in the pancreas and secreted into the lumen of the small intestine.
Protease. Also known as proteolytic enzymes, proteases digest proteins in meat, dairy and plant sources. Proteases produced in the pancreas are trypsin and chymotrypsin. Both enzymes are released into the small intestines during digestion to break down proteins into single amino acids. Proteases are also found in pineapple (bromelain) and papaya (papain).