Which of the following describes the function of the enzyme Phospholipase A2?
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Correct answer: It cleaves the fatty acid from the second position of a phospholipid
Phospholipase A2 is a pancreatic enzyme activated by trypsin. It targets phospholipids such as lecithin, removing a fatty acid to produce lysophospholipids, which are important components of micelles.
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