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Korolek [52]
3 years ago
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What are the five functions of saliva?

Biology
2 answers:
Ber [7]3 years ago
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The five functions of saliva are listed below:
1. Saliva regulates and neutralizes the pH of the mouth.
2 Helps in break down of carbohydrates. The first step in digestion of carbohydrates begins in the mouth because of the presence of salivary amylase.
3. Saliva has bacteriocidal action via which it kills bacteria and other microorganisms present in the food.
4. Its lubricating action helps in better dissolving and swallowing of food bolus.
5. It helps maintain oral hygiene.
saul85 [17]3 years ago
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I have to have 20 characters but this is the answer

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