The duodenum
First part of the small intestine
Sucrase is secreted by the brush border cells of the small intestine, specifically the duodenum and the jejunum. It is an enzyme involved in breaking down sucrose into its simple sugar components, glucose and fructose, for absorption into the bloodstream.
Sucrase is primarily produced by the small intestine, specifically in the brush border membrane of the enterocytes. Its main function is to breakdown sucrose (table sugar) into glucose and fructose for absorption.
Sucrase works in the small intestine to break down sucrose into glucose and fructose, which can then be absorbed by the body for energy.
The substrate that would fit into the active site of sucrase is sucrose. Sucrase is an enzyme that specifically acts on sucrose by breaking it down into glucose and fructose. The active site of sucrase is complementary in shape to the sucrose molecule, allowing it to bind and catalyze the reaction.
sucrase
The optimal pH for sucrase, an enzyme that breaks down sucrose into glucose and fructose, is around pH 5 to 6. At this pH range, the enzyme is most active and functions most efficiently. Deviation from this optimal pH can result in reduced enzyme activity.
Sucrase is an enzyme which catalyze the hydrolysis of sucrose to fructose and glucose.
Maltase is an enzyme produced by the cells lining the small intestine.
Small intestine
Sucrase controls the breakdown of sucrose into glucose and fructose during the process of digestion in the small intestine. This enzyme plays a key role in carbohydrate metabolism and nutrient absorption.
Salivary amylase in the mouth, and then maltase, sucrase and lactase in the small intestine.