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Salivary Amylase Is an Enzyme Produced by the Salivary Glands

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Salivary amylase is an enzyme produced by the salivary glands that breaks down carbohydrates. What will happen to this enzyme as it follows the food into the stomach where the pH drops to 2.5?


A) The enzyme will denature but retain its function.
B) The enzyme will denature and become inactive.
C) The enzyme will continue to function as it remains unchanged in chemical reactions.
D) The enzyme will assume an alternate form and catalyze additional reactions.

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