Question

Given alongside is the diagram of the human alimentary canal.
State the function of the three enzymes found in the juice secreted in part 3.

Answer 1

Part 3 represents pancreas and the pancreas secrete pancreatic juice. The enzymes found in pancreatic juice are:
(i) Pancreatic amylase:
Amylase is the enzyme involved in the digestion of carbohydrates such as starch.
(ii) Trypsin:
Trypsin is involved in the breakdown of proteins into smaller polypeptides or separate amino acids.
(iii) Lipase:
Lipase helps in the breakdown of fats into smaller fat globules.