Question

Emulsification of fat is carried out by
(a) bile pigments (b) bile salts
(c) HCl (d) pancreatic juice

Answer 1

Answer:

(b) bile salts

Explanation:

Bile salts breaks down larger fat globules into smaller fat globules which is acted upon by Pancreatic Juice (Lipase).

Answer 2

Answer:

option B because

Explanation:

Bile salts are made of bile acids that are conjugated with glycine or taurine. They are produced in the liver, directly from cholesterol. Bile salts are important in solubilizing dietary fats in the watery environment of the small intestine.