The main enzyme produced in the saliva acts on ____.
A) proteins
B) fats
C) carbohydrates
D) fats and carbohydrates
E) carbohydrates and proteins

Name: The main enzyme produced in the saliva acts on ____. A) proteins B) fats C) carbohydrates D) fats and carbohydrates E) carbohydrates and proteins
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The main enzyme produced in the saliva acts on ____.​
A) ​proteins
B) ​fats
C) ​carbohydrates
D) ​fats and carbohydrates
E) carbohydrates and proteins​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The main enzyme in saliva, amylase, specifically acts on carbohydrates to begin the process of digestion by breaking down starch into simpler sugars.

The Main Enzyme Produced in the Saliva Acts on ____