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What do lactase and maltase break down?

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Over 70% of the world's population experiences some form of lactase decline after infancy, demonstrating the critical nature of these digestive enzymes. This process involves specialized enzymes in the small intestine, but what do lactase and maltase break down specifically and how does it happen? This article delves into the roles of these vital enzymes and their respective substrates.