The digestive enzymes lab covers the basic information needed to know to be able to understand the background information of the digestive system. The main function of the digestive system is to break down certain molecules. These molecules must be broken down small enough so that can enter the blood stream. In order for these foods to be broken down three separate digestions must take place. The three digestions are mechanical digestion, enzymatic digestion, and hydrochloric digestion. Mechanical digestion includes various functions in the oral cavity such as chewing, and also functions in various organs such as the stomach and intestines. The second type of digestion, chemical digestion, is involved in the breaking down of foods by
