Chapter 28, Problem 28.2P

What are the products of lipase-catalyzed hydrolysis of fats?

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Enlisting the products of lipase catalyzed hydrolysis of fats.

Concept introduction:

Lipases are the enzymes which metabolizes fats into monoglycerides.

Answer to Problem 28.2P

The products of lipase mediated fat metabolism are glycerol and fatty acids.

Explanation of Solution

The hydrolysis of fats in presence of catalyst lipase is called lipase catalysed hydrolysis of fats. Upon hydrolysis, the fats produced glycerol and monoglycerides or fatty acids.

Conclusion

Fats produce glycerol and fatty acids under the action of lipase.