Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Chemical digestion

Chemical digestion — practice question

Digestive enzymes speed up the breakdown of large insoluble molecules.
(a(i))[2]

Explain why it matters that large insoluble molecules are broken down by chemical digestion.

(a(ii))[1]

State the name of the substance that acts as the solvent for most molecules after they have been digested by enzymes.

(b)[6]

Describe and explain the functions of the two protease enzymes, A and B, in the alimentary canal. Use evidence from Fig. 2.1 to support your answer.

(c)[1]

State the precise location of maltase in the small intestine.

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