MDCAT Biology MCQ #2921

In the mouth, salivary amylase breaks down starch into

MDCAT Biology MCQ #2921

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In the mouth, salivary amylase breaks down starch into

    • A) Maltose
    • B) Glucose
    • C) Dextrins
    • D) Fructose

    Answer: Dextrins

    Explanation: Salivary amylase breaks down starch into dextrins and maltose, but primarily dextrins initially. Fructose is not a product.