Enzymes Flashcards

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What is an enzyme?

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An enzyme is a biological catalyst. It is a protein.

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Carbohydrase…

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Breaks down carbohydrates into sugar molecules.

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Protease…

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Breaks down proteins into amino acid molecules.

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Lipase…

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Breaks down lipids into fatty acids and glycerol molecules.

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What is the function of an enzyme?

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To break down large food molecules into smaller food molecules, so, that they are easier to digest.

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