Enzymes continued Flashcards
1
Q
What is chemical digestion?
A
Enzymes break a biological molecule into sub-units
2
Q
What is mechanical digestion?
A
Muscle contractions beak lumps of food into smaller lumps with a larger surface area for enzymes.
3
Q
What are two examples of enzymes that break down proteins?
A
Pepsin and trypsin
4
Q
What are two examples of enzymes that break down carbohydrates?
A
Amylase and maltase
