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What is the role of saliva in the digestion of food?​

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Answered by Anonymous
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Saliva contains a digestive enzyme called salivary amylase, which converts carbohydrates into maltose sugars and helps in digestion of food.

Answered by 001khushijoshi
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The role of saliva in the digestion of food are, It moistens the food for easy swallowing. It contains a digestive enzyme called salivary amylase, which breaks down starch into sugar. Lubricates and moistens food, thus aiding in swallowing.

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