The enzyme, Lipase is produced by which organ of the body?

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  1. Lung
  2. Pancreas
  3. Salivary gland
  4. Liver

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Option 2 : Pancreas
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The correct answer is option 2, i.e. Pancreas.

  • Lipase is an enzyme that splits fats so the intestines can absorb them.
  • Lipase hydrolyses fats like triglycerides into their component fatty acid and glycerol molecules.
  • It is secreted by Pancreas.
  • Pancreas is a composite gland which acts as both exocrine glands (contains exocrine cells ) and endocrine gland(contains endocrine cells).
    • Endocrine glands secrete chemical substances into the bloodstream or tissues of the body.
    • Exocrine glands secrete substances onto an epithelial surface by way of a duct.
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