
Digestion and Enzymes
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Biology
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9th - 11th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the function of a buffer system in cells?
Back
A buffer system helps maintain stable pH levels in cells, which is crucial because chemical processes in the cell are sensitive to the concentration of H+ and OH-.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does pepsin break down?
Back
Pepsin breaks down proteins into amino acids.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which enzyme in saliva starts the digestion of starch?
Back
Amylase is the enzyme in saliva that begins the digestion of starch.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are proteins broken down into before absorption in the small intestine?
Back
Proteins are broken down into amino acids before they are absorbed in the small intestine.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary function of teeth and tongue in digestion?
Back
The primary function of teeth and tongue in digestion is mechanical digestion, which involves breaking down food into smaller pieces.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is digestion?
Back
Digestion is the process by which food is broken down into smaller components that can be absorbed by the body.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do enzymes play in digestion?
Back
Enzymes speed up the chemical reactions that break down food into nutrients.
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