In mammals, the digestion of starch starts from

Options

(a) mouth
(b) oesophagus
(c) stomach
(d) duodenum

Correct Answer:

mouth

Explanation:

The digestion of starch (carbohydrate) is initiated in mouth due to the action of starch digesting enzyme ptyalin or salivary amylase present in saliva secreted by salivary glands.