Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
Enzyme that breaks down fats
A
Lipase
2
Q
Enzyme that breaks down proteins
A
Protease
3
Q
Enzyme that breaks down starch
A
Amylase
4
Q
Where is amylase produced
A
Salivary Glands, Pancreas, Small intestine
5
Q
Where is protease produced
A
Stomach, Pancreas, Small Intestine
6
Q
Where is lipase produced
A
Pancreas
7
Q
Fats/Lipids are broken down by lipase into what
A
Fatty acids + glycerol
8
Q
Starch is broken down by amylase into what
A
Glucose
9
Q
Proteins are broken down by protease into what
A
Amino acids
10
Q
Where is bile stored
A
Gallbladder
11
Q
Purpose of bile
A
Emulsifies fats
12
Q
Food test for a sugar
A
Add Benedict’s solution and put in a water bath
13
Q
Food test for starch
A
Iodine solution
14
Q
Food test for proteins
A
Biurettes solution
15
Q
Food test for fats
A
Ethanol
