THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

GALLBLADDER AND EXCRETORY SYSTEM OF THE LIVER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Chemical change in digest occurs when
A
food is moving from one organ to another
B
you drink fruit juices
C
only bacteria is present in the intestines
D
salvia, acids and enzymes are present
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The complex molecules of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are transformed by chemical digestion into smaller molecules that can be absorbed and utilized by the cells. Chemical digestion, through a process called hydrolysis, uses water and digestive enzymes to break down the complex molecules.

Detailed explanation-2: -Saliva contains special enzymes that help digest the starches in your food. An enzyme called amylase breaks down starches (complex carbohydrates) into sugars, which your body can more easily absorb. Saliva also contains an enzyme called lingual lipase, which breaks down fats.

Detailed explanation-3: -Food digestion is a chemical change. In this process, large macromolecules are broken down into smaller molecules. It is done by the enzymes found in the stomach and intestines.

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