Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
What does Protease do?
A
Converts protein into amino acids
2
Q
Where is protease made?
A
the stomach
the pancreas
the small intestine
3
Q
What does amylase do?
A
converts carbohydrates into simple sugars
4
Q
Where is amylase made?
A
the salivary glands
the pancreas
the small intestine
5
Q
What does lipases do?
A
converts lipids into glycerol and fatty acids
6
Q
Where is lipase made?
A
the pancreas
the small intestine
7
Q
What is the lock and key theory?
A
That only a certain enzyme can break down a certain molecule
8
Q
What is a catalyst?
A
A catalyst is a substance which increases the speed on reaction ,without being changed or used up in the rection
9
Q
What is the optimum temperature?
A
The optimum temperature is the temperature that the enzyme works best at
