Pancreatic amylase is an enzyme produced by the pancreas that breaks down carbohydrates into simpler sugars during digestion. It plays a crucial role in the chemical digestion process by converting starches into maltose and dextrin in the small intestine.
Topic 23.6: 23.6 Accessory Organs in Digestion: The Liver, Pancreas, and Gallbladder
Unit 23