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Sucrase is an enzyme found in :-...

Sucrase is an enzyme found in :-

A

Saliva

B

Gastric juice

C

Intestinal juice

D

Pancreatic juice

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Enzyme**: The enzyme in question is sucrase, which is also known as saccharase. 2. **Understand the Function of Sucrase**: Sucrase is an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of sucrose into glucose and fructose. This is an important step in the digestion of carbohydrates. 3. **Determine the Source of Sucrase**: Sucrase is produced by the brush border cells of the small intestine. These cells line the intestinal wall and are responsible for the final stages of carbohydrate digestion. 4. **Identify the Correct Option**: Given the options: - Saliva - Gastric juice - Intestinal juice - Pancreatic juice Since sucrase is secreted by the brush border cells in the small intestine, it is found in the **intestinal juice**. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer is that sucrase is an enzyme found in **intestinal juice**.
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