
Enzymes and Their Functions
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9th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are enzymes?
Back
Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in living organisms without being consumed in the process.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the function of lactase?
Back
Lactase is an enzyme that breaks down lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products, into glucose and galactose.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What condition is caused by the lack of glucocerebrosidase production?
Back
Gaucher's disease is caused by the lack of glucocerebrosidase, leading to the accumulation of glucocerebroside.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of amylase?
Back
Amylase is an enzyme that breaks down starches into sugars during digestion.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is pancreatitis?
Back
Pancreatitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation of the pancreas, which can lead to a stoppage of enzyme production.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the main enzymes produced by the pancreas?
Back
The pancreas produces several enzymes, including amylase (for starch digestion), lipase (for fat digestion), and proteases (for protein digestion).
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a substrate in enzymatic reactions?
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A substrate is the substance on which an enzyme acts. For example, lactose is the substrate for the enzyme lactase.
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