Which of these structures produces enzymes that digest carbohydrates?a. salivary glandsb. pancreasc. lining of the small intestined. Both a and b are correct.e. All of these are correct

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Which of these structures produces enzymes that digest carbohydrates?
a. salivary glands
b. pancreas
c. lining of the small intestine
d. Both a and b are correct.
e. All of these are correct

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Carbohydrates can be defined as the organic compounds present in the food and a principally responsible for providing energy to the body. They comprises of hydrogen and oxygen that break down in the body to release energy.

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The enzymes responsible for the digestion of carbohydrates are present in the salivary glands and pancreas. Salivary glands secreted enzyme amylase, lactase, and maltase responsible for carbohydrate digestion in the mouth, and the pancreas secretes pancreatic juice with several enzymes that digest carbohydrates in the duodenum.

Hence the correct option is d.

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