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Which enzyme initiates the digestion of starch in the human mouth?
Which enzyme initiates the digestion of starch in the human mouth?
easy Q12 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Identify the enzyme acting in the mouth
Salivary amylase is secreted by salivary glands and starts starch digestion in the mouth.Step 2: Eliminate other enzymes
Pepsin digests proteins in the stomach, lipase digests fats mainly in the small intestine, and trypsin acts in the small intestine on proteins.Final Answer:
Salivary Amylase → Option CQuick Check:
Starch digestion enzyme = Salivary Amylase ✅
Quick Trick: Amylase starts starch digestion in mouth
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing pepsin or trypsin with amylase
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