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Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science practice

What is the main function of amylase?

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What is the main function of amylase?.

  1. A.To break down fats
  2. B.To convert starch into sugars
  3. C.To digest proteins
  4. D.To synthesize carbohydrates

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Functions of Enzymes

Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body. They are essential for breaking down food into absorbable nutrients.

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    Outline the functions of amylase, protease, and lipase in digestion.

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