The enzyme that hydrolyzes urea into ammonia and CO₂ is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The enzyme that hydrolyzes urea into ammonia and CO₂ is:
A. Lipase
B. Pepsin
C. Urease
D. Zymase
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Urease catalyzes urea hydrolysis: (NH₂)₂CO + H₂O → 2NH₃ + CO₂. It is found in bacteria and plants. Used in clinical tests for urea.

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