NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HEAD NECK

PHARYNX LARYNX 47

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates
A
Amylase
B
Pepsin
C
Pepsinogen
D
Hydrochloric acid
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The main digestive enzymes made in the pancreas include: Amylase (made in the mouth and pancreas; breaks down complex carbohydrates) Lipase (made in the pancreas; breaks down fats) Protease (made in the pancreas; breaks down proteins)

Detailed explanation-2: -[13] The greatest S-type amylase activity is in salivary glands, where it initiates the hydrolysis of starches while food is in the mouth and esophagus. Its action is terminated by acid in the stomach.

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