Question

which enzymes catalyze the reaction to break down fats?
nucleases
amylases
lipases
peptidases

Explanation:

• Nucleases: These enzymes break down nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), not fats.
• Amylases: They are responsible for breaking down carbohydrates (like starch), not fats.
• Lipases: Lipases specifically act on lipids (fats). They catalyze the hydrolysis of fats into glycerol and fatty acids.
• Peptidases: These enzymes break down peptides (chains of amino acids), not fats.

Answer:

Lipases