Enzymes Flashcards
Carbohydrates enzyme that breaks it down
Carbohydrase
Example of a carbohydrase
Amylase
What part of the digestive system does the enzyme work
Mouth…. in saliva
What are the products of the reaction
Glucose
What is the enzyme that breaks down a protein
Protease
Example of proteas
Pepcin
Where does the enzyme work in the digestive system
Stomach and small intestine
Proteas extra info
Produced in pancreas
What are the products of the reaction in proteas
Amino Acids
What is the name of the enzyme which breaks the lipids down
Lipase
Example of lipase
Bile
Importance of Bile
Bile increases the surface area of fats which makes it easier for enzymes to break the fats down
What part of the digestive system does the lipase work
Small intestine
Is Lipase made in the procreas
Yes
What are the products of the reaction of the enzyme Lipase
Fatty Acids and Glycerol
