Asked by thania tanijaya on Jun 13, 2024
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Which carbohydrate-digesting enzyme works in the small intestine?
A) bicarbonate
B) bile
C) salivary amylase
D) pepsin
E) pancreatic amylase
Carbohydrate-Digesting Enzyme
Enzymes that catalyze the breakdown of carbohydrates into simple sugars, facilitating their absorption and utilization by the body.
Pancreatic Amylase
An enzyme produced by the pancreas that breaks down starches into sugars during digestion.
Salivary Amylase
An enzyme found in saliva that begins the process of starch digestion by breaking down complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars.
- Explain the role of different enzymes and chemicals in digestion.
Verified Answer
LD
Loredana DelventhalJun 14, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Pancreatic amylase is the carbohydrate-digesting enzyme that works in the small intestine.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the role of different enzymes and chemicals in digestion.