B3.6 Flashcards
1
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Digestion
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Involves the breakdown of largeinsoluble molecules into soluble substances that can be absorbed into the blood across the wall of the small intestine
2
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Digestive enzymes
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Produced by specialised cells in glands and in the lining of the digestive system
3
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Carbonhydrases (amylase)
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Catalyse the breakdown of carbonhydrates to simple sugars
4
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Proteases
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Catalyse the breakdown of proteins to amino acids
5
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Lipases
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Catalyse the breakdown of lipids to fatty acidsand glycerol
