Enzymes Flashcards

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Effects of temperature

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Increasing temperature increases diffusion up to a certain point, beyond optimum temperature further increases will denature the enzymes.

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Effects of pH

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If there is a too high or low pH it starts to interfere with the bonds that hold the enzyme in shape. Making it not able to interact with the enzymes.

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Carbohydrate digestion

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Amylase breaks down carbohydrates in mouth and small intestine into sugars

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Protein digestion

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Protease breaks down proteins in the stomach pancreas and small intestine into amino acids.

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Fat digestion

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Fats are broken down by lipase in the small intestine into fatty acids and glycerol

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