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Saliva and Salivary Glands

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The fluid secreted by the salivary glands that converts starch into maltose is known as _________ .

A

hormones

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B

hydrochloric acid

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C

saliva

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D

bile juice

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Solution

The correct option is C saliva

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Q. In the process of digestion, the enzymes 'X' in the salivary gland and 'Y' in the pancreas are such that 'X' converts starch into maltose and 'Y' converts proteins to amino acids. Identify X and Y.

Q. Digestion is the process of breakdown of complex food substances into simpler substances. Secretion of various glands like stomach, salivary gland, pancreas, liver and intestinal gland are involved in this process.
Select the gland whose secretion contains lipase and converts fats into simpler fats.

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Q. Name the enzyme that converts starch into maltose.

Pick out the correct statement(s).

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Statement 2: Salivary amylase hydrolyses starch into maltose.

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