The enzyme that breaks down starch into sugar in the mouth is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The enzyme that breaks down starch into sugar in the mouth is:
A. Trypsin
B. Amylase
C. Lipase
D. Pepsin
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Salivary amylase (ptyalin) initiates starch digestion in the mouth, hydrolyzing starch to maltose. Pepsin digests proteins, lipase fats.

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