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Q: The enzyme steapsin that converts fat into fatty acid and glycerol, is secreted by _____.
  • A. Small intestine
  • B. Large intestine
  • C. Pancreas
  • D. Stomach
Correct Answer: Option C - Steapsin, also known as pancreatic lipase, is a digestive enzyme that breaks down emulsified fat into fatty acids and glycerol. It is secreted by the pancreas, a gland that produces both digestive and hormonal substances.
C. Steapsin, also known as pancreatic lipase, is a digestive enzyme that breaks down emulsified fat into fatty acids and glycerol. It is secreted by the pancreas, a gland that produces both digestive and hormonal substances.

Explanations:

Steapsin, also known as pancreatic lipase, is a digestive enzyme that breaks down emulsified fat into fatty acids and glycerol. It is secreted by the pancreas, a gland that produces both digestive and hormonal substances.