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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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The enzyme salivary amylase is also called:
Options
A Ptyalin
Correct Answer
B Pepsin
C Rennin
D Trypsin
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Salivary amylase is also called ptyalin. It is produced by the salivary glands and begins the digestion of starch into maltose in the mouth.

Hint

This alternative name for salivary amylase begins with the letter 'P'.

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