Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Enzymes

Enzymes — practice question

Enzymes take part in every metabolic reaction.
(a)[3]

The left-hand box contains the word ‘Enzymes’. The boxes on the right-hand side each contain a sentence ending. Draw lines to form three correct statements about enzymes.

(b)[2]

State the substrate on which protease enzymes act and the name of the products produced.

(c)[3]

Fig. 1.1 shows how the activity of a protease enzyme changes at different pH values. Describe the enzyme activity shown in Fig. 1.1.

(d(i))[1]

Circle the organ that secretes protease. Options: gall bladder, pancreas, rectum, salivary gland.

(d(ii))[1]

Circle the organ where protease acts. Options: large intestine, mouth, oesophagus, small intestine.

(e)[2]

Describe two roles of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.

(f)[1]

Describe the stomach’s function in physical digestion.

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