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In Biology / College | 2025-07-05

Insulin is the enzyme that breaks down complex carbohydrates into glucose.
True
False

Asked by santiago101392

Answer (2)

Insulin is actually a hormone that regulates blood sugar, not an enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates. Amylases perform the breakdown of complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars. Therefore, the statement is false. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06

Insulin is a hormone, not an enzyme, which regulates blood sugar levels rather than breaking down carbohydrates. The enzymes that break down complex carbohydrates into glucose are called amylases. Therefore, the statement is false.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-08-25