Multiple choice

The enzyme present in the salaiva of man is

  1. pepsin

  2. renin

  3. amylase

  4. none of these
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Explanation

Salivary amylase, also known as ptyalin, is the primary enzyme found in human saliva. It begins the digestion process by breaking down complex starches into simpler sugars like maltose. Pepsin and renin are enzymes found in the stomach, not the mouth.

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