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ptyalin

/ˈtaɪ.ə.lɪn/

Traduction: Substance enzymatique, une amylase présente dans la salive, qui initie la digestion des amidons.

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noun

/ˈtaɪ.ə.lɪn/C2formalscientific
  • frSubstance enzymatique, une amylase présente dans la salive, qui initie la digestion des amidons.

A noun referring to an amylase enzyme secreted in saliva that begins the digestion of starches.

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  1. Salivary enzymeC1formalmedical

    An amylase enzyme found in saliva that begins the chemical breakdown of starches into simpler sugars during digestion.

    frPtyaline (amylase salivaire)

    • Ptyalin starts breaking down carbohydrates in the mouth.
    • The action of ptyalin is inhibited by highly acidic conditions in the stomach.
    • Chewing food thoroughly allows ptyalin to mix with the starch effectively.
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