Enzymes and digestion

Enzymes break proteins into

• Sugars

• Amino acids

• Glycerol + fatty acids

• Fatty acids

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Enzymes break carbohydrates into

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids + glycerol

• Sugars

• Fatty acids

Enzymes break fats into

• Sugars

• Amino acids

• Glycerol + Fatty acids

• Fatty acids

Enzymes are a type of _____ in the chemical reaction during digestion

• Reactant

• Product

• Catalyst

What does amylase break down?

• Proteins

• Fats

• Carbohydrates

• Lactose

What are carbohydrates broken down into by amylase?

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Proteins

• Sugar (Maltose)

What are the locations where amylase is located in the body?

• Stomach + liver

• Salivary glands + pancreas

• Small intestine + salivary glands

• Liver + pancreas

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NGSS.MS-LS1-7

What does pepsin break down?

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Nucleic acids

What does pepsin break proteins down into?

• Sugar

• Amino acids

• Glycerol + fatty acid

• Fatty acid

Where is pepsin primarily located in the body?

• Small intestine

• Stomach

• Pancreas

• Salivary glands