Lipase. Computer artwork of a molecule of lipase. This is a type of biological catalyst (or enzyme) which is involved in the metabolism of fatty subst

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Lipase. Computer artwork of a molecule of lipase. This is a type of biological catalyst (or enzyme) which is involved in the metabolism of fatty substances. The molecule has a long ribbon like structure. The colour-coding relates to the different amino acid chains which make up the enzyme. Each amino acid is shown as a different colour. Lipase is present in pancreatic juice. Its primary function is to digest fats by breaking them down into fatty acids and glycerol.

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Size: 3250px × 2600px
Photo credit: © PROF. K.SEDDON & DR. T.EVANS, QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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