Digestion and Absorption of Carbohydrates
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Which enzyme is responsible for the digestion of carbohydrates in the mouth?

  • Salivary chloridease
  • Glucosidase
  • Maltase
  • Salivary α-amylase (correct)

    • What is the optimum pH for salivary α-amylase to function effectively?

  • pH 8.0
  • pH 6.7 (correct)
  • pH 4.0
  • pH 2.0

    • Which ions activate salivary α-amylase?

  • Chloride ions (Cl-) (correct)
  • Calcium ions (Ca2+)
  • Potassium ions (K+)
  • Sodium ions (Na+)

    • Which type of bonds does salivary α-amylase break in starch and glycogen?

    <p>α 1-4 bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What disaccharide is formed as a result of the action of salivary α-amylase on starch and glycogen?

    <p>Isomaltose</p> Signup and view all the answers

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