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Biology Question on Applications of Biotechnology

Digestion and absorption in the human body happens between ingestion and elimination. During digestion there are many enzymes which help to break down our food in the various organs of our digestive system. Which of the following enzymes is responsible for breaking down fats during digestion?

A

(A) Amylase

B

(B) Trypsin

C

(C) Pepsin

D

(D) Lipase

Answer

(D) Lipase

Explanation

Solution

Explanation:
Digestion and absorption in the human body happens between ingestion and elimination. During digestion there are many enzymes which help to break down our food in the various organs of our digestive system. Lipase is responsible for breaking down fats during digestion. Lipase is an enzyme the body uses to break down fats in food so they can be absorbed in the intestines. Lipase is produced in the pancreas, mouth, and stomach.Hence, the correct option is (D).