Which enzyme present in human saliva breaks down starches into simpler sugars?
APepsin
BSalivary Amylase (Ptyalin)
CLipase
DTrypsin
Explanation
Salivary amylase (ptyalin) initiates carbohydrate digestion in the mouth by converting starch into maltose and dextrin.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Subtopic: Digestive Enzymes

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