Definition

A substance produced in the stomach that is changed into an active enzyme called pepsin when it comes into contact with stomach acid.

Example

Pepsinogen is secreted by the stomach lining and is essential for digesting proteins.

Conversation

Did you know that pepsinogen is important for digestion?

Really? I had no idea it played such a role in breaking down food.

Yeah, it gets converted into pepsin in the stomach with the help of acid.

That's fascinating! I love learning about how our bodies work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pepsinogen is formed from "pepsin" (from Greek "pepsis", meaning digestion) and "-ogen" (from Greek "genes", meaning born of or produced by). The word refers to a substance that is produced in the body and is involved in the process of digestion.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pepsin' as related to 'digestion' and '-ogen' meaning something that is produced. This helps you remember that pepsinogen is a substance produced for digestion.

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