BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS
LYMPH NODES
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Question
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The main function of the salivary glands is
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growth and development
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to breakdown sugars
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to elevate mood
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to create an immune response
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -One of the most recognizable digestive enzymes in human saliva is amylase. This enzyme is able to break down the starch in our food to simpler and more easily digestible sugars like glucose and maltose. Whenever we chew, we are activating salivary glands in preparation for the breakdown of our meal.
Detailed explanation-2: -Salivary amylase is a glucose-polymer cleavage enzyme that is produced by the salivary glands. It comprises a small portion of the total amylase excreted, which is mostly made by the pancreas.
Detailed explanation-3: -Salivary amylase is the primary enzyme in saliva. Salivary amylase breaks down carbohydrates into smaller molecules, like sugars.
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