role of saliva in digestion of food
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Explanation:
Saliva, the watery liquid produced by glands located under the tongue, is an essential component of the digestive process. Saliva is 98% water, so it moistens the mouth and helps compact food into softened particles for easier swallowing.
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Answer:
SALIVA PLAYS AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN DIGESTION OF FOOD.
Explanation:
IT IS ABOUT 98% OF WATER AND IS SECRETED BY THE SALIVARY GLANDS. IT HELPS TO MOISTEN THE FOOD FOR EASY SWALLOWING AND BREAKS THE STARCH PRESENT IN THE FOOD INTO AMYLASE.
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