Which gland secretes ptylin enzyme?
The parotid gland (salivary gland) secrete ptyalin enzyme (also known as amylase). Its function is to break down starch to maltose. The saliva secreted by parotid, submandibular and sublingual glands lubricate and soften the food mass which is then chewed and swallowed.
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