NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
BIOCHEMISTRY
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Question
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Bromelain, an enzyme found in pineapple, breaks down:
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lipids
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proteins
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carbohydrates
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nucleic acids
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Bromelain is a mixture of enzymes found in pineapples (Ananas comosus) that digest protein (proteolytic). Pineapple has been used for centuries in Central and South America to treat indigestion and reduce inflammation.
Detailed explanation-2: -Why does this happen? Pineapples contain the enzyme bromelain, which breaks down protein. Bromelain is actually a mixture of two enzymes and several other substances in smaller quantities. Its ability to break down protein is used in cooking, to make meat more tender.
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