Question

Explain the role of the following enzymes in the process of digestion of food in humans:

(i) Salivary amylase

(ii) Pepsin

(iii) Trypsin

(iv) Lipase

Answer 1

Salivary amylase – breaks down starch which is a complex molecule to sugar.

Pepsin – Helps to digest proteins in stomach.  

Trypsin – It helps in digesting proteins to amino acids.  

Lipase – Breaking down of emulsified fats to fatty acids and glycerol