Asked by dhruv marwa on Jul 26, 2024
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Pancreatic amylase
A) Glucose and galactose
B) Amino acids
C) Fatty acids and glycerol
D) Maltose and isomaltose
E) Polysaccharides and disaccharides
Pancreatic Amylase
An enzyme produced by the pancreas and secreted into the small intestine, crucial for breaking down carbohydrates into simple sugars during digestion.
Maltose
A sugar composed of two glucose molecules bonded together, commonly produced during the digestion of starch.
- Become familiar with the role that enzymes and hormones play in digestion.
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George KamelJul 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Pancreatic amylase breaks down starches into simpler sugars, specifically maltose and isomaltose.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the role that enzymes and hormones play in digestion.