Question

which of the following pancreatic enzymes breaks down proteins?
a.) pancreatic amylase
b.) carboxypeptidase
c.) pancreatic nuclease
d.) pancreatic lipase

Explanation:

• Pancreatic amylase breaks down carbohydrates.
• Carboxypeptidase is a pancreatic enzyme that breaks down proteins.
• Pancreatic nuclease breaks down nucleic acids.
• Pancreatic lipase breaks down fats.

Answer:

B. Carboxypeptidase