Which enzyme begins the digestion of carbohydrates in the mouth?

Practice Questions

Q1
Which enzyme begins the digestion of carbohydrates in the mouth?
  1. Pepsin
  2. Amylase
  3. Lipase
  4. Trypsin

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which enzyme begins the digestion of carbohydrates in the mouth?
  • Step 1: Understand that digestion starts in the mouth.
  • Step 2: Know that carbohydrates are a type of food that needs to be broken down.
  • Step 3: Identify that enzymes are special proteins that help break down food.
  • Step 4: Learn that salivary amylase is the specific enzyme in saliva.
  • Step 5: Conclude that salivary amylase begins the digestion of carbohydrates in the mouth.
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