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The enzyme that primarily breaks down sugar is called amylase. It catalyzes the hydrolysis of starch and glycogen into simpler sugars like maltose and glucose. Amylase is produced in saliva by the salivary glands and in the pancreas, where it enters the small intestine to aid in digestion. Additionally, other enzymes such as sucrase and lactase also play roles in breaking down specific sugars like sucrose and lactose, respectively.

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