Question

Explain the role of enzymes in digestion. Give an example to illustrate your answer.

Answer 1

Digestive enzymes speed up chemical reactions that break down large food molecules into small molecules. ... These enzymes include proteases that digest proteins, and nucleases that digest nucleic acids. Examples of digestive enzymes are: Amylase, produced in the mouth.

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Answer 2

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Q Explain the role of enzymes in digestion. Give an example to illustrate your answer.

ANS :

• Enzymes are made up from long chains of different amino acids.

• Enzymes are large molecules that speed up the chemical reactions inside cells.

• Each of enzymes does on specific job.

• Enzymes are type of proteins present in all living things.

DIGESTIVE ENZYMES : Acts as biocatalysts and help in digesting food.

SALIVARY AMYLASE :

Converts starch → Sugar

PEPSIN : ( acts in acidic medium )

Proteins → Peptones

TRYPSIN : ( acts in alkaline medium )

Peptones → Peptides

LIPASE :

Fats → Fatty acids + glycerol

ENZYMES IN INTESTINAL JUICE :

• Carbohydrates → Glucose

• Peptides → Amino Acids

• Fats → Fatty acids + glycerol

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