Digestive System

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pepsin

responsible for the chemical breakdown of proteins in the stomach

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amaylase

digests carbohydrates

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lipase

breaks down lipids

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maltase

breaks down maltose into glucose

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small intestine

where both digestion and absorption occur

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mouth

where breakdown of carbohydrates begins

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sodium bicarbonate

neutralizes the acidity of chyme