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Which enzyme breaks down starch into glucose?

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Which enzyme breaks down starch into glucose?
  1. Amylase
  2. Lactase
  3. Sucrase
  4. Cellulase

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which enzyme breaks down starch into glucose?
Correct Answer: Amylase
  • Step 1: Understand what starch is. Starch is a type of carbohydrate found in many foods.
  • Step 2: Learn about enzymes. Enzymes are proteins that help speed up chemical reactions in the body.
  • Step 3: Identify the enzyme that works on starch. The enzyme that breaks down starch is called amylase.
  • Step 4: Know what amylase does. Amylase helps to convert starch into glucose, which is a simple sugar that the body can use for energy.
  • Step 5: Remember that this process is called hydrolysis, where water is used to break down the starch.
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