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Salivary amylase of saliva begins digestion of

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Carbohydrate
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Nucleic acid
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Fat
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Protein
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Solution

The correct option is B Carbohydrate
Saliva contains enzymes that help digest the starches in your food. An enzyme called amylase breaks down starches (complex carbohydrates) into sugars, which the body can more easily absorb. Saliva also contains an enzyme called lingual lipase, which breaks down fats.
So, the correct answer is 'Carbohydrate'

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