WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which enzyme present in human saliva begins the digestion of starch into simple sugars?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Pepsin
  2. Lipase
  3. Salivary Amylase
  4. Trypsin

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Salivary Amylase

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Salivary Amylase šŸ“š Explanation: Salivary amylase, also known as ptyalin, breaks down complex carbohydrates like starch into maltose and dextrin during the process of chewing. This marks the beginning of the chemical digestion process in the mouth. The enzyme remains active until it reaches the stomach, where the high acidity eventually deactivates it.