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ZOO 101 Digestion and Absorption of Food Objective Question

Question

What is the primary end product of starch digestion by pancreatic amylase?
Options
A Glucose
B Maltose
Correct Answer
C Sucrose
D Lactose
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Pancreatic amylase continues the digestion of starch in the small intestine, producing the disaccharide maltose.

Hint

Maltose is then further broken down by maltase.

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