Gluten contains a peptide called ________ that, in those with celiac disease, can enter the intestinal mucosa and activate the immune system. This then contributes to the destruction of villi and resultant inflammation.
A. glutenin
B. gliadin
C. glutopeptidase
D. celiactidase
Answer: B
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