The splitting of fat globules into glycerol and fatty acids is handled by the enzyme

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Question 1 of 5

The splitting of fat globules into glycerol and fatty acids is handled by the enzyme

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Lipase is the enzyme that breaks down fats into glycerol and fatty acids during digestion.

Question 2 of 5

Match: Carbohydrate

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Carbohydrates serve as the body's primary energy source and consist of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms.

Question 3 of 5

What is the role of mucus secreted by the stomach?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Mucus or Gastric mucus is a gel barrier secreted by epithelial cells & glandular cells in the stomach wall. It protects the inner lining of the stomach from HCl.

Question 4 of 5

A digestive enzyme, salivary amylase, in the saliva begin digestion of-

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Salivary amylase (ptyalin) in saliva begins the digestion of carbohydrates by breaking down starches into simpler sugars like maltose.

Question 5 of 5

Which features make a villus well adapted for absorbing amino acids from the ileum?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Villi have a large surface area to volume ratio, good blood supply, and thin walls, facilitating efficient absorption of nutrients such as amino acids.

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