The first enzyme to mix with food in the digestive tract is:(a) pepsin (b) cellulose (c) amylase (d) trypsin

Academic Biology NCERT Class 10

Correct Answer: (c) Amylase

Explanation: Saliva contains the enzyme Salivary amylase, which is secreted in the mouth by the salivary glands. Thus, it is the first digestive enzyme that gets mixed with food in the mouth.

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Updated on: 24-Mar-2023

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