Question

    Which of the following enzymes begins the chemical

    process digestion in the humans?
    A Amylase Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Lactase Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Starch Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Pepsin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    An amylase is an enzyme that catalyses the hydrolysis of starch into sugars. Amylase is present in the saliva of humans and some other mammals, where it begins the chemical process of digestion.

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