Lipase and Fats
Lipase enzymes break down lipids (fats and oils) into fatty acids and glycerol.
Why does digestion of fat make the solution more acidic?
What is Lipase and Fats?
"Lipase is an enzyme that catalyses the breakdown of lipids into fatty acids and glycerol."
Lipases break down lipids into:
Lipases break down lipids into:
Lipases break down lipids into:
Which statement accurately describes lipase at a GCSE level?
Lipid Digestion
Lipase breaks down lipids into 3 fatty acids and 1 glycerol molecule.
It is produced in the pancreas and small intestine.
Bile aids lipase by emulsifying fats first.
Fatty acids are acidic, so fat digestion can be measured using pH indicators.
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