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Q: The fat digesting enzyme Lipase is secreted by which of the following
  • A. Kidneys
  • B. Pancreas
  • C. Large Intestine
  • D. Liver
Correct Answer: Option B - The main lipases of the human digestive system are pancreatic lipase (PL) and pancreatic lipase related protein 2 (PLRP2), which are secreted by the pancreas. Humans also have several related enzymes, including hepatic lipase, endothelial lipase and lipoprotein lipase. Lipase helps your intestines break down the fats in the food you're eating.
B. The main lipases of the human digestive system are pancreatic lipase (PL) and pancreatic lipase related protein 2 (PLRP2), which are secreted by the pancreas. Humans also have several related enzymes, including hepatic lipase, endothelial lipase and lipoprotein lipase. Lipase helps your intestines break down the fats in the food you're eating.

Explanations:

The main lipases of the human digestive system are pancreatic lipase (PL) and pancreatic lipase related protein 2 (PLRP2), which are secreted by the pancreas. Humans also have several related enzymes, including hepatic lipase, endothelial lipase and lipoprotein lipase. Lipase helps your intestines break down the fats in the food you're eating.