WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which is the first enzyme to mix with food in the digestive tract of human?

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

Answer options

  1. Pepsin
  2. Cellulase
  3. Amylase
  4. Trypsin

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Amylase

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Amylase šŸ“š Explanation: Salivary amylase is the first enzyme that food encounters in the human digestive system, as it is secreted by the salivary glands in the mouth. it begins the process of breaking down complex starches into simpler sugars. This initial chemical digestion happens while the food is still being chewed. it prepares the food for further processing as it moves down into the stomach and intestines.