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What substance in the mouth contains an enzyme that begins chemical digestion? mucus saliva fiber pepsin

What substance in the mouth contains an enzyme that begins chemical digestion? mucus saliva fiber pepsin
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What substance in the mouth contains an enzyme that begins chemical digestion?

mucus

saliva

fiber

pepsin

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B) saliva

Step-by-step explanation:

Saliva contains an enzyme (amylase) that begins the breakdown of carbohydrates.

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