Enzymes and hormones Flashcards
(8 cards)
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Gastrin
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activates gastric glands that produce gastric juices (stomach)
stimulates the release of pepsinogen and hydrochloric acid
2
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Trypsin
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breaks down proteins in the small intestine
active form of trypsinogen
3
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pepsin
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breaks down proteins in the stomach
active form of pepsinogen
4
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Bile
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emulsifies fat into micelles that can be broken down by lipases
breaks down larger fats to increase surface area
5
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Lipase
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converts lipids into triglycerides
breaks down fat chains into smaller molecules
6
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Amylase
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breaks down starches in the mouth
7
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Enzymes
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chemicals that increase the rate of chemical reaction
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