To determine: The enzyme that is released from the salivary glands to begin the break down starch.
Concept introduction: Carbohydrates are complex macromolecules that act as the most important source of energy in the human diet. Complex macromolecules are simplified and broken down into smaller absorbable form through a process called as digestion. Carbohydrate digestion takes place in two different sites of the body. Initial digestion of carbohydrate takes place in the oral cavity that is followed by the digestion in gastrointestinal tract (particularly in the small intestine).
To determine: The enzyme that is released from the pancreas into the small intestine to continue the breakdown of starch.
Concept introduction: Carbohydrates are complex macromolecules that act as the most important source of energy in human diet. Complex macromolecules are simplified and broken down into smaller absorbable form through a process called as digestion. Carbohydrate digestion takes place in two different sites of the body. Initial digestion of carbohydrate takes place in the oral cavity that is followed by the gastrointestinal (particularly in small intestine) digestion.
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