The part of saliva that digests starch to maltose is:
A)water
B)lysozyme
C)amylase
D)mucus

Name: The part of saliva that digests starch to maltose is: A)water B)lysozyme C)amylase D)mucus
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The enzyme amylase found in saliva breaks down starch digested food into maltose which is a disaccharide. Water, lysozyme, and mucus are also present in saliva but they do not function in the digestion of starch.

The Part of Saliva That Digests Starch to Maltose Is