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Why does the action of salivary amylase stop in the stomach?

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a

Due to the acidic nature of the stomach.

b

Due to the alkaline nature of the stomach.

c

Due to the pepsin.

d

None of the above.

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

Concept: The pH of the stomach is 1 to 2 due to the secretion of hydrochloric acid, which is very acidic for salivary amylase. The salivary amylase enzyme is not able to perform its function in a pH level which is not optimum for its functioning. 

Hence, the correct answer is option A.

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