enzymes and digestion

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examples of big molecules
starch, proteins, fats
how do you break down big molecules
by digestive enzymes
example of carbohydrates  
amylase
what does amylase do
break down starch
where is amylase made
salivary glands, pancreas, small intestine
what do proteases do
converts proteins into amino acids
where are proteases made
stomach, pancreas, small intestine
what do lipases do
converts lipids into glycerol and fatty acids
where are lipases made  
pancreas, small intestine
what is bile  
neutralises stomach acid and emulsifies fats
where is bile produced
liver
where is bile stored gall bladder
what does the stomach do
produces hydrochloric acid to kill bacteria and give the right pH for the protease enzyme to work

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