Question

Explain the role of pancreatic juice in digestion.

Answer 1

Pancreatic juice secreted by the pancreas contains a variety of enzymes, such as trypsinogen, chymotrypsinogen, pancreatic lipase, amylase etc. Trypsin and chymotrypsin help digest proteins; amylase help in digestion of carbohydrates; and lipase to break down fats. So, pancreatic juice helps in digestion of carbohydrates, fats, and protein.