Question: what is the substrate and product of the reaction catalyzed by a amylase?
Answer: Salivary amylase is produced by the salivary glands and pancreatic amylase is produced by the pancreas. If amylase is added to a solution of starch, the starch will be digested to form maltose. SUBSTRATE ENZYME PRODUCTS starch Amylase ----> maltose + maltose + --- etc.