Which of the following is an enzyme that breaks down fat?

• A. Lipase
• B. Pepsin
• C. Amylase
• D. Trypsin

Answer: (A)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Identify the function of each enzyme listed in the options.
2. Understand that lipase is an enzyme specifically responsible for breaking down fats into fatty acids and glycerol.
3. Recognize that pepsin is an enzyme that breaks down proteins into peptides.
4. Note that amylase is an enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates, specifically starches, into sugars.
5. Acknowledge that trypsin is another enzyme that breaks down proteins, similar to pepsin, but it works in the small intestine.