additional biology-digestion Flashcards
1
Q
what do digestive enzymes do
A
break down large molecules into smaller ones
2
Q
name three examples of big molecules
A
- starch
- proteins
- fats
3
Q
name three examples of small molecules
A
- sugars
- amino acids
- glycerol
4
Q
what does amalyse do
A
breaks down starch into sugars
5
Q
where is amalyse produced
A
- pancrease
- salivary glands
6
Q
what does protease do
A
breaks down proteins into amino acids
7
Q
where is protease produced
A
- pancrease
- stomach
8
Q
what does lipase do
A
breaks down lipids into glycerol
9
Q
where is lipids produced
A
- pancrease
- small intestine
10
Q
what does bile do
A
neutrilises the stomach acid
