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Tikisha Jassal
on Oct 15, 2024
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In the term amylase,the suffix -ase means:
A) pertaining to.
B) enzyme.
C) condition of.
D) starch.
-ase
A suffix used in chemistry to denote enzymes, which are proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions.
Amylase
An enzyme found in saliva and pancreatic fluid that helps in the digestion of carbohydrates by breaking them down into sugars.
- Recognize the significance of enzymes and other substances in the digestive process.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the significance of enzymes and other substances in the digestive process.