what is the enzyme present in the saliva
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salivary amylase is the enzyme present in the saliva
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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. Only about 30% starch digestion takes place in the mouth cavity.
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