Question

what does saliva contain in addition to amylase enzyme??​

Answer 1

components of saliva:-

• mucus.
• amylase.
• sodium bicarbonate.
• water.

mucus. Lubricates bolus of food; facilitates mixing of food.

amylase. Enzyme; begins digestion of starches.

sodium bicarbonate. Increases pH (for optimum amylase function)

water. Dilutes food and other substances; facilitates mixing.

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Answer 2

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.