Question

Where are the fats digested and what are the end products?

Answer 1

Fat digestion:

1. The majority of the fats are digested in the small intestine.
2. Special enzymes are required for the breakdown of fat produced in the pancreas.
3. The liver produces the bile juice that helps in digesting the fat and vitamins.
4. These enzymes and digestive juices are transported to the small intestine where complete digestion of fat takes place.
5. Fatty acids and glycerol are the end products of fat digestion.