what are the secretions of parotid gland?
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Parotid glands
These are largest of the salivary glands, secreting saliva to facilitate mastication and swallowing, and amylase to begin the digestion of starches. It is the serous type of gland which secretes alpha-amylase (also known as ptyalin). It enters the oral cavity via the parotid duct.
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parotid gland is a major salivary gland in many animals.
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In humans two parotid glands are present on either side of the mouth and in front of both ears. They are the largest salivary gland in human.
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