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Question
The enzymes present in the saliva convert
Options
fats into fatty acids and glycerol
starch into simple sugars
proteins into amino acids
complex sugars into simple sugars
Solution
starch into simple sugars
Explanation:
Amylase enzyme is present in the saliva secreted by salivary glands inside the buccal cavity which helps to break the starch into simple sugars.
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