Enzymes in digestion Flashcards
1
Q
What’s the role of digestive enzymes?
A
They break down big molecules
2
Q
Carbohydrases convert carbohydrates into…
A
small sugars like maltose
3
Q
Protease convert proteins into…
A
amino acids
4
Q
Lipase convert lipids into…
A
Glycerol and fatty acids
5
Q
Where does the break down of carbohydrate (starch) happen?
A
The salivary glands, the pancreas, the small intestine
6
Q
Where does the break down of protein happen?
A
The stomach,the pancreas and the small intestine
7
Q
Where does the break down of lipids happen?
A
The pancreas and the small intestine
8
Q
What does bile do?
A
Bile neutralises the stomach acid (so the enzymes can work best in the alkaline conditions) and emulsified fats (creates bigger surface area)
9
Q
Where is bile produced?
A
Liver
