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Which enzyme converts sucrose into glucose and fructose?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the enzyme that converts sucrose into glucose and fructose. Sucrose is a disaccharide made up of two monosaccharides: glucose and fructose. 2. **Identifying the Enzyme**: The enzyme responsible for breaking down sucrose into its constituent monosaccharides is known as sucrase. 3. **Function of Sucrase**: Sucrase catalyzes the hydrolysis of sucrose, which means it helps in the chemical reaction that breaks down sucrose into glucose and fructose by adding a water molecule. ...
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