The enzyme that breaks down starch to short chains is secreted by

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The enzyme that breaks down starch to short chains is called amylase. It is secreted by both the salivary glands (in the oral cavity) and the pancreatic exocrine cells (in the small intestine) to aid in digestion. Therefore, the best choice is D, as it includes both options. Pancreatic duct cells do not secrete amylase directly, but rather transport it from the pancreas to the small intestine. Salivary glands and pancreatic duct cells alone are not sufficient choices.

The Enzyme That Breaks Down Starch to Short Chains Is