what are the enzymes present in saliva work
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ptyalin (salivary amylase) is present in saliva that breaks starch into disachharides
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Saliva contains the enzyme amylase, also called ptyalin, which is capable of breaking down starch into simpler sugars such as maltose and dextrin that can be further broken down in the small intestine. About 30% of starch digestion takes place in the mouth cavity.
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