Which enzyme helps in the digestion of carbohydrates?

Lipase

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Salivary amylase

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Solution

The correct option is B Salivary amylase

Saliva contains an enzyme known as salivary amylase.

It helps in the digestion of carbohydrates present in our food.

Lipase is also an enzyme which is found in the intestine and helps to digest fat.

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