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Which type of enzyme breaks down proteins into small peptides and amino acids?
Which type of enzyme breaks down proteins into small peptides and amino acids?
- Peptidases
- Proteases (correct)
- Amylases
- Lipases
Where are digestive enzymes found in the body?
Where are digestive enzymes found in the body?
- Only in the digestive tracts
- Neither in the digestive tracts nor cells
- Both in the digestive tracts and cells (correct)
- Only in the cells
Which enzyme splits carbohydrates such as starch and sugars into simple sugars?
Which enzyme splits carbohydrates such as starch and sugars into simple sugars?
- Proteases
- Lipases
- Peptidases
- Amylases (correct)
Which enzyme splits fatty acids into fats and oils?
Which enzyme splits fatty acids into fats and oils?
Which of the following is NOT a location where digestive enzymes are found?
Which of the following is NOT a location where digestive enzymes are found?
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Digestive Enzymes
- Proteases break down proteins into small peptides and amino acids.
Location of Digestive Enzymes
- Digestive enzymes are found in the mouth, stomach, and small intestine.
Carbohydrate-Digesting Enzymes
- Amylases split carbohydrates such as starch and sugars into simple sugars.
Fat-Digesting Enzymes
- Lipases split fatty acids into fats and oils.
Exception
- The skin is NOT a location where digestive enzymes are found.
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