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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Nuclease in the small intestine digests:
Options
A Proteins
B Carbohydrates
C Nucleic acids
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D Fats
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Nuclease enzymes (DNase, RNase) break down nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) into nucleotides for absorption.

Hint

What does the term "nuclease" indicate about the target?

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