Here's a breakdown:
* Hydrolysis: This is the process of breaking down large molecules (like proteins) by adding water. In the case of proteins, hydrolysis breaks the peptide bonds between amino acids.
* Amino Acids: These are the building blocks of proteins.
* Absorption: The amino acids, released from the protein during hydrolysis, are absorbed into the bloodstream primarily in the small intestine.
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