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What is an enzyme?
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It is a biological catalyst made of protiens.
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What does an enzyme do?
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Enzymes break down nutrients by using the lock and key method.
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What is a carbohydrase?
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A carbohydrase is an enzyme that breaks down starch into simple sugars. It is made in the mouth and gut.
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What is a protease?
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A protease is an enzyme that breaks down protiens into amino acids. It is made in the stomach and gut.
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What is a lipase?
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A lipase is an enzyme that breaks down fatty acids into glycerol. It is made in the intestine.
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Who did experiments with peas to find out abou genetics?
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Gregor Mendel.
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Why did Gregor Mendel's work not become well known until after he died?
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Because he wrote it in an obscure way.
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