Biology · Saliva
What is the function of salivary amylase (ptyalin) in saliva?
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- 1Absorbs water
- 2Emulsifies fats
- 3Breaks down proteins into amino acids
- 4Breaks down starch into simple sugars (maltose)✓
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Breaks down starch into simple sugars (maltose)
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