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  • Carbohydrase Enzymes: Breakdown of Starches, Sugars & More
    The enzymes that break down carbohydrates are called carbohydrases.

    Here are some specific examples:

    * Amylase: This enzyme breaks down starch into simpler sugars like maltose. It is found in saliva and pancreatic juice.

    * Sucrase: This enzyme breaks down sucrose (table sugar) into glucose and fructose.

    * Lactase: This enzyme breaks down lactose (milk sugar) into glucose and galactose.

    * Maltase: This enzyme breaks down maltose into two glucose molecules.

    These enzymes work by hydrolysis, meaning they add water to the carbohydrate molecules, breaking the bonds between the sugar units.

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