Multiple Choice
Which enzymes are primarily involved in the metabolism of alcohol in the human body?
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3. Energy & Cell Processes
Enzymes
Multiple Choice
Which of the following are enzymes that break down proteins?
A
Amylase
B
Lipase
C
Pepsin
D
Lactase
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand that enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body, each specific to a particular substrate.
Recognize that proteins are large, complex molecules that need to be broken down into smaller peptides or amino acids for absorption.
Identify that enzymes that break down proteins are known as proteases or peptidases.
Review the list of enzymes provided: Amylase, Lipase, Pepsin, and Lactase.
Determine that Pepsin is the enzyme from the list that specifically breaks down proteins into smaller peptides in the stomach.
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