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Enzymes are used by humans in various ways, use the media available to you to in

ID: 96389 • Letter: E

Question

Enzymes are used by humans in various ways, use the media available to you to investigate the use of enzymes in the products below. Document the role of the enzymes in the production of, or as active ingredients in, these products (include the product name and enzyme name): 1. Dietary supplements that combat intestinal gas. 2. Dietary supplements that aid in the digestion of milk products. 3. Laundry detergents (those with added enzymes) 4. Toothpastes/mouthwashes 5. Contact lens solutions (those with enzymes)

Explanation / Answer

1) 'Baeno' is the dietary supplememt & the enzyme present in it is alpha-galactosidase.

2) 'Dairy Digest' which contains lactose

3) 'Tide liquid detergent' which contains Protease, Amylase and Mannanase

4) 'Enzycal' which contains enzymes like amyloglucosidase, glucoseoxidase and lactoperoxidase

5) 'Ultrazyme' which contain subtilisin A.