what is mucous
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Mucus is a protective substance that's excreted from multiple areas of the body, such as the mouth, sinuses, throat, lungs, stomach, and intestines . Mucus itself consists of multiple constituents, but its major component is a substance called mucin.
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Mucous is a sticky substance present in the mouth and nose that protects us from diseases.
What is the function of mucous?
- It protects us from viruses and bacteria entering inside the nose and mouth
- When we are suffering from dehydration or take an excessive amount of alcohol then thick mucous is formed
- It is found in the mucous gland and helpful in our digestive system
- The mucous is also found in amphibians and fish
- In plants mucous-like substance is formed which is known as mucilage
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