Hydrolysis of Biomolecules (VCE SSCE Chemistry): Quizzes
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What is the main function of proteins in the body?
What is the main function of proteins in the body?
Growth and tissue repair
What happens during hydrolysis?
What happens during hydrolysis?
Large molecules split by reacting with water
What type of reaction are condensation reactions in metabolism?
What type of reaction are condensation reactions in metabolism?
Endothermic
What are proteins broken down into during hydrolysis?
What are proteins broken down into during hydrolysis?
Amino acids
What does the enzyme amylase produce from starch?
What does the enzyme amylase produce from starch?
Maltose
Why can't humans digest cellulose?
Why can't humans digest cellulose?
They don't produce cellulase enzyme
How many compartments does a cow's stomach have?
How many compartments does a cow's stomach have?
Four
What is the main function of bile in fat digestion?
What is the main function of bile in fat digestion?
Emulsifies fats
What does lipase break down?
What does lipase break down?
Triglycerides
What are the products of triglyceride hydrolysis?
What are the products of triglyceride hydrolysis?
Glycerol and fatty acids