Science, asked by hamnazainab, 4 months ago

how does saliva make food easier to swallow​

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Answered by rimimajhi
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Answer:

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.

Answered by aimanakhtar
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Answer:

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Explanation:

Saliva adds digestive enzymes, water, and mucus that help chemically to reduce food particles, hydrate them for taste, and lubricate them for easy swallowing.

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