Starch is digested in:

Correct answer: B. Buccal cavity and duodenum

  • A. Oral cavity and stomach
  • B. Buccal cavity and duodenum
  • C. Duodenum and ileum
  • D. Esophagus and proximal part of small intestine only

Explanation

Amylase and Amylopsin are present in the buccal cavity (oral cavity) and duodenum respectively for starch digestion.

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