NDA 2024
- Exam
- NDA
- Year
- 2024
- Subject
- General Ability
- Chapter
- General Science
NDA 2024 · General Ability · General Science
In the human digestive system, which one among the following is the...
In the human digestive system, which one among the following is the role of the pancreas?
Options
- ASecretion of surfactants to break up lipid droplets
- BStorage and regulated release of bile
- CSecretion of lipase, amylase and protease
- DNeutralizing stomach acids
Correct answer
C. Secretion of lipase, amylase and protease
Step-by-step solution
The pancreas secretes enzymes such as lipase (to digest fats), amylase (to digest carbohydrates), and protease (to digest proteins) into the small intestine. These enzymes play a crucial role in breaking down food components so that they can be absorbed and utilized by the body.