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The enzyme ptyalin used for digestion of food is present in:

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saliva

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blood

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intestine

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adrenal gland

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Solution

The correct option is A saliva
Saliva contains the enzyme amylase, also called ptyalin, which is capable of breaking down starch into simpler sugars such as maltose and dextrin that can be further broken down in the small intestine.

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