Question

Name the three enzymes produced by the pancreas and mention their functions.

Answer 1

Answer:

The pancreas contains exocrine glands that produce enzymes important to digestion. These enzymes include trypsin and chymotrypsin to digest proteins; amylase for the digestion of carbohydrates; and lipase to break down fats.

Answer 2

Answer:

Lipase

Protease

Amylase

Explanation:

LIPASE :

• To digest fats and lipids .
• Helps to maintain correct gallbladder function .

PROTEASE :

• Catalyzes Proteolysis .
• Breaking down proteins into smaller polypeptides or single amino acids .
• Formation of new protein products .

AMYLASE :

• Breaking the bonds in starches ( carbohydrates ) .
• Complex carbohydrates into absorbable simple sugars .
• Hydrolyze the glycosidic bonds into starch molecules .