Enzymes

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  1. 2. The enzyme that breaks down starch into maltose
  2. 4. A measure of acidity or alkalinity affecting enzyme activity
  3. 8. The enzyme that breaks down lactose in dairy products
  4. 9. The sugar in milk that requires lactase to be digested
  5. 10. The specific molecule that an enzyme acts upon
  6. 13. The result of an enzyme catalysed reaction
  7. 14. A protease enzyme that works in the stomach
  8. 15. A substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed
  9. 16. The chemical formula for the acid in the stomach that activates pepsin
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  1. 1. The organ that produces digestive enzymes for the small intestine
  2. 3. A biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions
  3. 4. The enzyme that breaks down proteins into amino acids
  4. 5. When an enzyme loses its shape and stops working due to heat or pH changes
  5. 6. A component of fats that results from lipase action
  6. 7. A substance produced by the liver that helps emulsify fats for digestion
  7. 10. The organ where pepsin breaks down proteins
  8. 11. Intestine The main site of chemical digestion and nutrient absorption
  9. 12. The enzyme that breaks down fats into fatty acids and glycerol