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The stomach. the enzymes
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What substrate is broken down by lipase?
Lipase breaks down lipids or fats into smaller molecules such as fatty acids and glycerol.
What is the digestive juice that breaks down protein into amino acids?
The digestive juice that breaks down protein into amino acids is called pepsin. Pepsin is produced by the stomach and helps to break down proteins into smaller peptides and amino acids, which can be absorbed by the body.
Proteins are made up of what smaller pieces?
Proteins are polymers made up of individual monomers called amino acids.
What does protease do?
Protease is an enzyme that breaks down proteins into smaller peptides or amino acids. It plays a crucial role in digestion, as well as in various cellular processes that involve protein turnover and regulation.
When protein is consumed the body breaks it down to smaller molecules known as?
When protein is consumed, the body breaks it down into smaller molecules called amino acids. These amino acids are then used for various functions, including building and repairing tissues, producing enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. The digestion process begins in the stomach and continues in the small intestine, where enzymes further break down proteins into their constituent amino acids for absorption.
What enzyme breaks down fats?
Enzyme that break down fatty acids are called lipases. Bile is a substance made in our liver which contains salts that breaks down fat into smaller droplets. The pancreas also contains a substance called pancreatic juice which contains numerous enzymes that work to break down things such as fat, protein and starch.
A general process which breaks down large molecules into smaller ones?
The process you are referring to is called catabolism. Catabolism involves breaking down large molecules into smaller ones, releasing energy in the process. This process is essential for producing energy and building blocks for anabolic reactions in cells.
Does pepsin, an enzyme found in the stomach, break down proteins into smaller peptides and amino acids?
Yes, pepsin is an enzyme in the stomach that breaks down proteins into smaller peptides and amino acids.
Does intestinal juice contain enzymes?
Yes. The enzymes are: - maltase which breaks down maltose to glucose; - lactase which breaks down lactose to glucose and galactose - erepsin which breaks down peptones to amino acids - lipase which breaks down fats to fatty acids and glycerol. :D
What substrate is broken down by lipase?
Lipase breaks down lipids or fats into smaller molecules such as fatty acids and glycerol.
What is the digestive juice that breaks down protein into amino acids?
The digestive juice that breaks down protein into amino acids is called pepsin. Pepsin is produced by the stomach and helps to break down proteins into smaller peptides and amino acids, which can be absorbed by the body.
Proteins are made up of what smaller pieces?
Proteins are polymers made up of individual monomers called amino acids.
Why does a piece of meat chewed for several minutes in the mouth still contains the same proteins as before?
Chewing meat breaks it down into smaller pieces, increasing the surface area for enzymes to act upon, but it does not change the chemical composition of the proteins. The proteins remain intact as long as they are not exposed to extreme heat or acids that would denature them. Thus, regardless of the chewing process, the same proteins are still present in the meat. The body's digestive enzymes will eventually break down these proteins into smaller peptides and amino acids in the stomach and intestines for absorption.
What is protein decomposer?
A protein decomposer is when an organism breaks down proteins into smaller parts. This can be done by using enzymes or amino acids.
Is the process where in fat is broken into smaller pieces?
The process of breaking down fat into smaller pieces is called lipolysis. Lipolysis occurs when enzymes break down triglycerides into fatty acids and glycerol, which can then be used by the body for energy or stored for later use.
What does protease do?
Protease is an enzyme that breaks down proteins into smaller peptides or amino acids. It plays a crucial role in digestion, as well as in various cellular processes that involve protein turnover and regulation.
What 2 processes cause weathering?
Mechanical weathering breaks rocks into smaller pieces through physical forces like freezing and thawing, root growth, and abrasion. Chemical weathering alters the composition of rocks through processes like oxidation, hydration, and dissolving by acids.
