Maltose is the substrate and starch is the product

You have correctly identified that amylase is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the digestion of carbohydrates. Remember that during digestion, large macromolecules are broken down into smaller molecules so that they can be absorbed and provide energy for the body. Do you remember the classification of different carbohydrates, for example polysaccharides, disaccharides and monosaccharides? Digestion breaks down polysaccharides into smaller units of glucose i.e. disaccharides and monosaccharides. Let’s try again!