Definition of solubility. 1) The amount of a solute that will dissolve in a specific solvent under given conditions.
The small intestine is where most chemical digestion takes place. Most of the digestive enzymes in the small intestine are secreted by the pancreas and enter the small intestine via the pancreatic duct. These enzymes enter the small intestine in response to the hormone cholecystokinin, which is produced in response to the presence of nutrients.
1 production of enzymes, site of digestion. 2  The small intestine is the major place for digestion and absorption. 3  Pancreas is the major source for enzymes. 4  However, the small intestine does make some of its own enzymes, including protease and amylase. Pancreas is the major source for enzymes. 2  However, the small intestine does make some of its own enzymes, including protease and amylase. 3  neutralization of stomach acid. 4  The pancreas makes bicarbonate ion to neutralize the HCl from the stomach.