MICROANATOMY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

PANCREAS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
These enzymes help break down food into smaller molecules, like ____, that are tiny enough to pass from the digestive system into the circulatory system.
A
capillaries and blood vessels
B
glucose and amino acids
C
oxygen and carbon dioxide
D
elimination and respiration
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Amylase breaks down starches and carbohydrates into sugars. Protease breaks down proteins into amino acids. Lipase breaks down lipids, which are fats and oils, into glycerol and fatty acids.

Detailed explanation-2: -Amylase (made in the mouth and pancreas; breaks down complex carbohydrates) Lipase (made in the pancreas; breaks down fats) Protease (made in the pancreas; breaks down proteins)

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