Digestion Using Enzymes

Question 1

Explain why foods need to be digested into small, soluble molecules

Answer 1

Food and drink must be changed into smaller molecules of nutrients before the blood absorbs them and carries them to cells throughout the body.

Question 2

Describe the three types of enzymes involved in digestion

Answer 2

Amylase (made in the mouth and pancreas; breaks down complex carbohydrates)
Lipase (made in the pancreas; breaks down fats)
Protease (made in the pancreas; breaks down proteins)