Question

If salivary amylase is lacking in the saliva, which of the following events in the mouth cavity will be affected?

A. Proteins breaking down into amino acids
B. Starch breaking down into sugars
C.Fats breaking down into fatty acids and glycerol
D. Absorption of vitamins

Answer 1

Answer:

B

Explanation:

Salivary amylase, also called ptaylin digests [a type of sugar] maltose into glucose.

Therefore, if it is lacking, digestion of starch will be affected.

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