CLEP Biology Practice Exam

Category - Biology

What does salivary amylase breakdown?

  1. carbohydrates/starches
  2. lipids
  3. nucleic acids
  4. proteins
  5. All of the above
Explanation

Answer: A - Salivary amylase breaks down carbohydrates Saliva contains special enzymes that help digest the starches in your food. An enzyme called amylase breaks down starches (complex carbohydrates) into sugars, which your body can more easily absorb. Saliva also contains an enzyme called lingual lipase, which breaks down fats.

Source: Alton Memorial Hospital

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