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The enzyme in saliva that acts on starch is:

  • A salivary amylase
  • B gastric pepsin
  • C pancreatic trypsin
  • D pancreatic lipase

Correct answer: A. salivary amylase

Explanation: Salivary amylase (ptyalin) breaks starch into maltose.

Concept context

The digestive tract, digestive enzymes, hormonal control of digestion, and liver function. High NEET weightage.

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