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Question
Correct the following statement by deleting one of entries (given in bold).
Fats are broken down into di- and monoglycerides with the help of amylase/ lipases.
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Solution
Fats are broken down into di- and monoglycerides with the help of lipases.
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| Column I | Column II | ||
| a | Bilirubin and biliverdin | 1 | Parotid |
| b | Hydrolysis of starch | 2 | Bile |
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| d | Salivary gland | 4 | Amylases |
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