Question

1-where is saliva produced? write about its main functions. ​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Saliva is an extracellular fluid produced and secreted by salivary glands in the mouth.

Functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily.

Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.

Answer 2

• Saliva is Produced in salivary glands
• It help in Mastication of food
• It act as a bond between food particles in the buccal cavity.