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General Knowledge · Q451

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 451

Q451

Saliva secreted from mouth digest

A.
Protein
B.
Starch
Answer
C.
Fat
D.
Vitamin

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Saliva contains special enzymes that help digest the starches in your food. An enzyme called amylase breaks down starches (complex carbohydrates) into sugars, which your body can more easily absorb. Saliva also contains an enzyme called lingual lipase, which breaks down fats.