Question

Definition of salivary glands in digestive system

Answer 1

Explanation:

Salivary gland. The salivary glands produce saliva, which keeps the mouth and other parts of the digestive system moist. It also helps break down carbohydrates (with salivary amylase, formerly known as ptyalin) and lubricates the passage of food down from the oro-pharynx to the esophagus to the stomach.

Answer 2

Explanation:

When we eat something we like, our mouth 'waters'. This is actuallynot only water, but a fluid called saliva secreated by salivary glands. The saliva contains an enzyme called salivary amylase that breaks down starch which is complex molecule to give sugar.