1.3 Digestion

1.3 Digestion

Enzymes and food tests

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BRAIN DUMP - Write down all that you already know/remember about ENZYMES

Learning objectives

• Name - the enzymes involved in digestion a

• Describe - how to carry out food tests

• Explain - the role of enzymes in digestion

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What is digestion ?

Digestion is the breakdown of large insoluble molecules into smaller soluble molecules.

The smaller molecules are able to move through the wall of the small intestine and into the bloodstream.