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Which part of the body contains enzymes that break down starch into simple

sugars?
A. Mouth
B. Liver
C. Stomach
D. Brain

User Franklin Yu
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Answer:

A

Step-by-step explanation:

User Hypothetical Ninja
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Answer:

A. Mouth

Step-by-step explanation:

The enzymes that break down starch into simple sugars, called amylase, are found in the salivary glands, pancreas and small intestine. This means that they can catalyse this breakdown in the mouth and small intestine.

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