Enzymes

Front

What type of macromolecule is an enzyme?

Back

Protein

Front

Enzymes act as catalysts, ____ reactions within the body by ____ the activation energy.

Back

accelerating; reducing

Front

What is the lock and what is the key?

Back

enzyme is lock while substrate is key.

Front

What does amylase do?

Back

Breaks down complex carbohydrates to ultimately form monosaccharides such as glucose.

Front

What does Lipase do?

Back

Break down fats in food so they can be absorbed in the intestines. Lipase is produced in the mouth, pancreas, and stomach.

Front

What does protease do?

Back

Breaking down proteins into smaller polypeptides or single amino acids, and spurring the formation of new protein products.