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Define the term:(1) Amylase(2) Palm(3) Penh(4) Chyme(5) Sphincter(6) Digestion(7) Pancreas(8) Enzymes

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  1. Amylase: An enzyme that hydrolyzes starch or glycogen to sugars.
  2. Palm: The other name for salivary amylase. 
  3. Penh: It is an enzyme produced by gastric glands in the stomach that helps to digest proteins in the food.
  4. Chyme: It is the partially digested food in the stomach. Proteins and carbohydrates are broken down to some extent.
  5. Sphincter: Ring like muscles present at the end of the stomach and allows a small amount of food into the small intestine.
  6. Digestion: The process of breaking down complex substances into simple substances SO2 that can be used by the body with the help of enzymes is called digestion.
  7. Pancreas: It is a mixed gland. It secretes pancreatic juice which contains enzymes like trypsin and amylase. This gland lies between the spleen and duodenum.
  8. Enzymes: These are a group of chemical substances which cause biochemical reactions. Helps in the conversion of complex food materials into simple substances.


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