Question

Write a paragraph of 3-5 sentences describing 1) whether the statement is correct or incorrect and 2) the reasoning for your answer. Your answer should demonstrate your understanding of the physiological concepts underlying the statement and be written professionally.

Salivary amylase enzymatically breaks down glucose in the oral cavity.

Answer 1

Salivary amylase is the form of enzyme in the mouth which initiates the digestion of Carbohydrates observed in the form of starch. This is utilized in the form of starch by digestion of polysaccharide in the form of disaccharides. The site of carbohydrate digestion in the small intestine. This is produced in the digestive system of human beings and other mammals. The pancreatic amylase is secreted by the pancreas in the small intestine.

Salivary amylase is responsible for enzyme breakdown of glucose in the oral cavity with the help of the enzyme. ptylose .This Salivary amylase access to the stomach and sdissolve the glucose in the oral cavity .amylase enzyme is responsible to break down the starch in the simple sugar with the help of saliva which mixed in the bloodstream.