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Digestive System — Question 14

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Question 11(iv)

Distinguish between lactase and lipase on the basis of substrate on which they act.

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LactaseLipase
Lactase acts on Lactose.Lipase acts on emulsified fats.

Source: This question is from Digestive System, Biology — Class 6, ICSE Board.

Key Concepts Covered

This question tests your understanding of the following concepts from the chapter Digestive System: Question, Lactase, Lipase, Basis, Substrate, Act. These are fundamental topics in Biology that students are expected to master as part of the ICSE Class 6 curriculum.

A thorough understanding of these concepts will help you answer similar questions confidently in your ICSE examinations. These topics are frequently tested in both objective and subjective sections of Biology papers. We recommend revising the relevant section of your textbook alongside practising these solved examples to build a strong foundation.

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Key Points to Remember

  • Use precise scientific terminology as defined in the textbook.
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  • Understand the difference between structure and function.
  • Learn processes step-by-step in the correct sequence.

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