List the major digestive enzymes in the small intestine that break down: a) carbohydrates b) proteins c) fats
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- The primary enzymes are: - **Pancreatic amylase**: Breaks down starches into maltose and other disaccharides. - **Maltase**: Converts maltose into glucose. - **Sucrase**: Breaks down sucrose into glucose and fructose. - **Lactase**: Converts Show more…
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