The Digestive Enzyme Lecithinase Acts in the Small Intestine to Digest

question 28

Multiple Choice

The digestive enzyme lecithinase acts in the small intestine to digest:

• A) cholesterol.
• B) lipids.
• C) fatty acids.
• D) lecithin.

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Definitions:

Fat Tissue

Specialized biological tissue composed of adipocytes (fat cells) that store energy in the form of lipids.

Lean Tissue

Body tissue that is composed of muscle, organs, and bones, excluding fat.

Set Point

A theory suggesting that the body is programmed to maintain weight around a biological predetermined point, influencing appetite and metabolism.

Saturated Fats

Fats containing triglycerides that are saturated with hydrogen atoms, found in animal fats and are solid at room temperature.