HISTOLOGY
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
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Question
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It creates a gooey lump of food.
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It has enzymes that help break down the food chemically.
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It breaks down food through mechanical digestion.
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It allows nutrients to be absorbed into the blood stream.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Saliva contains special enzymes that help digest the starches in your food. An enzyme called amylase breaks down starches (complex carbohydrates) into sugars, which your body can more easily absorb. Saliva also contains an enzyme called lingual lipase, which breaks down fats.
Detailed explanation-2: -A digestive enzyme in saliva called amylase (AH-meh-lace) starts to break down some carbohydrates (starches and sugars) in the food. Muscles in the tongue and mouth work together to swallow the food and move it into the throat (pharynx).
Detailed explanation-3: -Digestive enzymes play a key role in breaking down the food you eat. These proteins speed up chemical reactions that turn nutrients into substances that your digestive tract can absorb. Your saliva has digestive enzymes in it. Some of your organs, including your pancreas, gallbladder, and liver, also release them.
Detailed explanation-4: -The main function of saliva are: Helps in digestion. Helps chewing and swallowing. Lubricating effect: moisturizes the inside of the mouth and creates smoother speech.