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Digestion and Absorption
Digestion of carbohydrates
Digestion of carbohydrates is performed by several enzymes. Starch and glycogen are broken down into glucose by amylase and maltase. Sucrose (table sugar) and lactose (milk sugar) are broken down by sucrase and lactase, respectively.
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"OpenStax College, Digestive System Processes. October 17, 2013."
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