Section 1 (Nutrition 45 marks) Q.1 A) Write the digestion of protein (5) Protein digestion is a complex biochemical process in which dietary proteins are broken down into smaller peptides and amino acids by the action of specific enzymes in the gastrointestinal tract. These end products are then absorbed and utilized by the body for tissue repair, growth, hormone synthesis, and enzyme production. 1️⃣ Digestion Begins in the Stomach (Gastric