A scientist wants to break down a carbohydrate called "maltose" into its component parts.To accomplish this task,she should ________.
A)add maltase to a solution that contains maltose
B)heat maltose until it decomposes
C)mix maltose with 10 ml of water to form a solution
D)combine maltose with copper and zinc ions

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Maltase is an enzyme that breaks down maltose into its component parts, glucose molecules. Therefore, adding maltase to a solution that contains maltose is the best way to break down maltose into its component parts. Heating and combining with copper and zinc ions are not effective ways to break down maltose, and mixing with water will not break down the molecule.

A Scientist Wants to Break Down a Carbohydrate Called "Maltose