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Which enzyme converts maltose into glucose during digestion?
Which enzyme converts maltose into glucose during digestion?
easy Q3 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Identify the enzyme acting on maltose
Maltase is the enzyme that breaks down maltose into two glucose molecules.Step 2: Differentiate from other disaccharidases
Lactase breaks lactose into glucose and galactose; sucrase breaks sucrose into glucose and fructose; amylase breaks starch into maltose.Final Answer:
Maltase → Option BQuick Check:
Maltose digestion enzyme = Maltase ✅
Quick Trick: Maltase breaks maltose into glucose
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing maltase with amylase or sucrase
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