Where is
saliva produced ? Write about its main
functions ?
Answers
Answer:
Saliva is produced in and secreted from salivary glands. The basic secretory units of salivary glands are clusters of cells called an acini. These cells secrete a fluid that contains water, electrolytes, mucus and enzymes, all of which flow out of the acinus into collecting ducts.
main functions of saliva
Saliva contains a digestive enzyme called salivary amylase, which converts carbohydrates in to maltose sugars. It cleans the mouth cavity and tends to destroy germs that cause teeth decay. It contains lysozomes which help in destroying the bacteria. It moistens and lubricates food which again helps in swallowing.Saliva's tooth-fortifying, germ-minimizing proteins and minerals lower the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. It also combats bad breath by keeping away bacteria.
Answer:
Saliva is produced in and secreted from salivary glands.
it's main functions are :
- Making food wet
- to Mix the food well in mouth
- to make the Swallowing easily
- Digestion by amylase enzyme (digestion only starch).
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