Enzymes Flashcards
(13 cards)
1
Q
Enzymes produced by the pancreas
A
Amylase
Trypsin
Lipase
2
Q
What is the function of amylase
A
break down starch (CHO)
3
Q
Where is amylase produced
A
pancreas and salivary glands
4
Q
What enzyme breaks down CHO
A
amylase
5
Q
What enzyme breaks down protein
A
Trypsin
6
Q
What is the function of trypsin?
A
Breakdown proteins in the small intestine
7
Q
Where is trypsin produced?
A
Pancreas
8
Q
Where is lipase produced?
A
Mainly pancreas
9
Q
What is the function of lipase?
A
breaks down fats/lipids
10
Q
What enzyme produced in the stomach that breaksdown protein
A
Pepsin
11
Q
What is the function of Pepsin
A
Breakdown proteins in the stomach
12
Q
What is the function of secretin?
A
To neutralize the acidic chyme from the stomach
13
Q
What neutralises the acidic chyme from the stomach?
A
Secretin
