Q. Which of the following one of the following is not a digestive enzyme
β
Correct Answer: (C)
Insulin
Explanation:
Digestive enzymes help break down food into smaller molecules for absorption. Let's analyze each option:
Pepsin β (A)
- A digestive enzyme found in the stomach that breaks down proteins into smaller peptides.
Renin (Rennin) β (B)
- Found in infants, it helps in the digestion of milk proteins by curdling milk.
Amylopsin (Pancreatic Amylase) β (D)
- A digestive enzyme secreted by the pancreas that breaks down starch into maltose.
Insulin β (C)
- Not a digestive enzyme. It is a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels.
Since insulin is a hormone, not a digestive enzyme, the correct answer is (C) Insulin.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Digestive enzymes help break down food into smaller molecules for absorption. Let's analyze each option:
Pepsin β (A)
- A digestive enzyme found in the stomach that breaks down proteins into smaller peptides.
Renin (Rennin) β (B)
- Found in infants, it helps in the digestion of milk proteins by curdling milk.
Amylopsin (Pancreatic Amylase) β (D)
- A digestive enzyme secreted by the pancreas that breaks down starch into maltose.
Insulin β (C)
- Not a digestive enzyme. It is a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels.
Since insulin is a hormone, not a digestive enzyme, the correct answer is (C) Insulin.