Cell Structure and Function

What is the main function of lipase?

• Synthesizes proteins
• Breaks down carbohydrates
• Breaks down nucleic acids
• Breaks down triglycerides

Which enzyme catalyzes the hydrolysis of lactose?

• Maltase
• Amylase
• Invertase
• Lactase

What is the cyclic form of glucose known as?

• Furanose
• Hemiketal
• Pyranose
• Ketose

What is the general term for carbohydrates that contain a ketone functional group?

• Aldose
• Ketose
• Polysaccharide
• Disaccharide

What is the name of the test used to detect the presence of reducing sugars?

• Biuret test
• Ninhydrin test
• Fehling's test
• Benedict's test