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Starch degradation activity of enzyme phosphorylase increases in the presence of

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High pH
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Low pH
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Neutral medium
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Not connected with pH
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Solution

The correct option is B Low pH
Enzyme phosphorylase degrades starch into sucrose or maltose through its enzymatic activity.
During its enzymatic activity, it produces phosphates and meanwhile phosphates release hydrogen and hydrogen ion concentration increases which results in lowering of pH.

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