Describe the role of the enzymes of the digestive system in the complete breakdown of starch

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  • Created by: Natasha
  • Created on: 06-01-13 12:58

1) Food is taken into mouth and chewed by the teeth. This breaks it into smaller pieces, giving it a large surface area.

2) Saliva enters the mouth from salivary glands and is thoroughly mixed with the food during chewing 

3) Saliva contains amylase

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