Animal | Nutrition Igcse Notes !!better!!

In this comprehensive guide, we will cover everything you need to know for the exam: the types of nutrients, a balanced diet, vitamins and minerals, the human digestive system, mechanical vs. chemical digestion, enzymes, absorption, and assimilation.

This guide covers the essential concepts of Animal Nutrition animal nutrition igcse notes

| Enzyme | Source Organ | Substrate (Starts as) | Product (Ends as) | Optimum pH | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Salivary glands & Pancreas | Starch | Maltose (a disaccharide) | Neutral (7) | | Protease (e.g., Pepsin) | Stomach & Pancreas | Proteins | Amino Acids | Acidic (2) for Pepsin; Alkaline (8) for Pancreatic | | Lipase | Pancreas (and small intestine) | Lipids (Fats/Oils) | Fatty Acids + Glycerol | Alkaline (8) | In this comprehensive guide, we will cover everything