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Edexcel IGCSE Biology 2.31 Energy content in food

Practise explaining bile in digestion, including neutralising stomach acid and emulsifying lipids for effective enzyme action.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Biology 4BI1

Exam points

  • explain how bile neutralises stomach acid to give a suitable pH for enzymes
  • link emulsification of lipids to smaller droplets and increased surface area for lipase

2.31 Roles of bile question 1

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The diagram shows the human alimentary canal.

Figure for Question 2.31 Roles of bile question 1 — Edexcel IGCSE Biology

Describe the role of bile in digestion.

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