What Is a Protease

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Multiple Choice

What is a protease?

• A) An enzyme that breaks down protein
• B) An enzyme that breaks down lipids
• C) A general term for starches of all kinds
• D) A general term for proteins of all kinds

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Definitions:

Phloem

Phloem is the living tissue in plants that transports the soluble organic compounds made during photosynthesis (notably sugars) to various parts of the plant.

Life Cycle

The series of stages through which an organism passes from the start of its life until it reproduces and starts the cycle anew.

Pine

A type of coniferous tree known for needle-like leaves and producing cones as part of its reproductive system.

Conifers

A group of cone-bearing seed plants, mostly trees and shrubs, including pines and firs, characterized by needle-like leaves.