Here's a simplified diagram of how maltase breaks down maltose:
Diagram:
```
Maltase
___________________________________________
| | |
| Maltose (C12H22O11) | 2 Glucose (C6H12O6) |
|_________________________|_________________________|
```
Explanation:
* Maltase: The enzyme that catalyzes the reaction.
* Maltose: The disaccharide composed of two glucose molecules linked together.
* Glucose: The simple sugar that is produced after maltose is broken down.
Note: This is a simplified representation and doesn't show the detailed chemical bonds and interactions involved in the enzymatic reaction.
To show the formation of maltose, you would need to reverse the process:
* Two Glucose Molecules: These would be the reactants.
* Maltose: This would be the product.
* Enzyme: This would be a different enzyme than maltase, possibly a glycosyltransferase.
The specific enzyme involved in maltose formation might be different depending on the context.