U2-3-2 - Hydrolysis Flashcards
1
Q
Starch is made up of many ________ units joined together.
A
glucose
2
Q
Why does starch need to be broken down (into glucose) during digestion?
A
So that it can pass through the gut wall.
(starch is too big but glucose can pass through)
3
Q
Starch + n H2O ⟶ n glucose
What is this type of reaction called?
A
Hydrolysis
4
Q
Enzyme
A
Biological catalyst
5
Q
Name the enzyme used in the hydrolysis of starch
A
Amylase
6
Q
Hydrolysis
A
A type of reaction in which water is used to break up a molecule.
(e.g. the hydrolysis of starch to make glucose)
7
Q
What is glucose used for in the body?
A
Used for respiration
