The digestive system- enzymes

Question 1

what is the function of enzymes in digestion?

Answer 1

they help break down food

Question 2

what are enzymes?

Answer 2

large proteins that act as biological catalysts

Question 3

how are enzymes adapted?

Answer 3

different shapes of enzymes are vital for its function

Question 4

what happens to enzymes at:
high temperatures
low temperatures

Answer 4

enzymes shape start to change and they denature

enzyme reactions slow down

Question 5

how does ph affect enzyme function

Answer 5

different enzymes have different optimum ph in which they work best, if its too high or too low, they denature

Question 6

which digestive enzyme breaks down carbohydrates
what is it broken down into?
in which organs is this enzyme found in

Answer 6

amylase
sugars
salivary glands, small intestine, pancreas

Question 7

which digestive enzyme breaks down protein
what is it broken down into?
in which organs is this enzyme found in

Answer 7

protease
amino acids
stomach, pancreas, small intestine

Question 8

which digestive enzyme breaks down fats
what is it broken down into?
in which organs is this enzyme found in

Answer 8

lipase
glycerol and fatty acids
pancreas, small intestine