Chapter 3.7 making digestion efficient Flashcards
1
Q
Where do the protease enzymes in the stomach work best in?
A
The protease enzymes of the stomach work best in acid conditions.
2
Q
How does the stomach maintain a low pH?
A
The stomach produces hydrochloric acid, which maintains a low pH.
3
Q
Where do the enzymes made in the pancreas and the small intestine work best in?
A
The enzymes made in the pancreas and the small intestine work best in alkaline conditions.
4
Q
What is bile produced by?
A
Bile produced by liver.
5
Q
Where is bile stored?
A
Bile is stored in the gall bladder.
6
Q
Where is bile released?
A
Bile is released through the the bile duct neutralises acid and emulsifies fats.
