People who can digest lactose, a disaccharide, have enzymes, called lactase, to break the molecule
down into glucose and galactose, two monosaccharides. People who are lactose intolerant cannot
properly break down lactose because their body does not make enough lactase.
Which of the following describes the process of digesting lactose?
It is an anabolic process with an exergonic reaction that results in the release of energy.
It is a catabolic process with an exergonic reaction that results in the release of energy.
It is an anabolic process with an endergonic reaction that requires an input of energy.
It is a catabolic process with an exergonic reaction that requires an input of energy.