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What are functions of enzymes secreted by salivary glands?

April 26, 2017enzymes functions glands Salivary secreted

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What are functions of enzymes secreted by salivary glands?

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Salivary gland enzyme (Amylase) breaks glycosidic (sugar linkage bonds) bonds in polysaccharides. This is what attributes to a sweet perception on your tongue when you hold bread on your tongue for a while, these enzymes break down the larger sugar molecules to smaller ones like glucose so that it is more easily digested by our bodies and also tasty for you!