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  • 20-07-2017
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which part of the body contains enzymes that break down starch into simple sugars?

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  • 20-07-2017
The enzymes that break down starch into simple sugars is called amylase. Amylase can be located in the salivary glands, pancreas and the small intestine. The enzymes act as a catalyst and speeds up the breakdown of the starch.

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