Lipase
Biology: Edexcel IGCSE, topic 2.3.20
Lipase
Lipase is a type of digestive enzyme that breaks down lipids into glycerol and fatty acids.

Production
- Lipase is produced in the:
- Small intestine
- Pancreas

Purpose
- Lipase breaks down lipids into a molecule called glycerol and fatty acids.
- Lipid → Glycerol + Fatty Acids.
Test yourself on Lipase
Lipase breaks lipids down into fatty acids and what other substance?