Pancreatic amylase catalyzes the breakdown of oligosaccharides to disaccharides with the addition of water. What classification of enzymes would amylase be in?

A. Dehydrogenase
B. Hydrolase
C. Isomerase
D. Synthase


Answer: B

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A) removes or replaces hydrogen ions in a solution. B) is a compound with an extra electron in its outer shell. C) has an unstable nucleus, making it highly reactive. D) donates hydrogen ions to a solution. E) consists of long carbon-carbon chains.

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A. Cuboid B. Talus C. Hamate D. Calcaneus E. Medial malleolus

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