Which of the Following is Characteristic of Bile

Question

Which of the following is characteristic of bile?
A) Aids in the digestion of fats
B) Achieves emulsification
C) Classified as a lipase
D) Two of the above

Accepted Answer

Bile aids in the digestion of fats by emulsification, which breaks down large fat globules into smaller ones that are more accessible to digestive enzymes. Bile itself is not classified as a lipase, but it does contain substances that facilitate the action of lipases.