Question

Starches are long chains of carbohydrate molecules. *Amylase*, an enzyme found in the saliva and pancreas, is needed for the initial digestion of starches. Which statement describes how amylase *most likely* works?

Accepted Answer

Amylase speeds up the reaction that breaks down starches into simple sugars.

Answer

Amylase binds to starch molecules and transports them to the digestive system.

Answer

Amylase reacts with starch molecules to form simple sugars.

Answer

Amylase sends a signal to the digestive system that prepares the system to digest the starch.

Question 13 - High School Biology Practice Test for the STAAR test