The digestion of food involves the body's used of enzymes to assist in breaking down organic compounds. The following chart illustrates the amount of time necessary for protein digestion in varying conditions.
Digestion Rates of Protein
Reaction / Seconds
Protein only 60
Protein + Acid 30
Protein + Acid + Enzymes 10
This chart provides evidence that enzymes
A. Slow down in chemical reactions
B. Dissolve in water
C. Maintain a specific pH
D. Speed up chemical reactions
1 answer
D. Speed up chemical reactions