Practice Chemical Digestion (6.1.2.2) - Human Physiology - IB 12 Biology
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Chemical Digestion

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Question 1 Easy

What enzyme initiates starch breakdown in the mouth?

💡 Hint: Think about the role of saliva in digestion.

Question 2 Easy

Where does protein digestion begin?

💡 Hint: Recall the acid environment helping in protein digestion.

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Question 1

What starts the breakdown of starch in the mouth?

Pepsin
Salivary Amylase
Lipase

💡 Hint: Think about what you taste when you chew starchy foods.

Question 2

True or False: Lipase is responsible for protein digestion.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the roles of different enzymes.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Explain how the properties of enzymes impact the digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids. Provide examples of the enzymes involved and their specific roles in each process.

💡 Hint: Consider how different enzymes function in various pH levels and environments.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze the significance of the hepatic portal vein in nutrient absorption and processing. How does it contribute to overall metabolism?

💡 Hint: Think about the 'first stop' for nutrients after absorption.

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