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

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

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The role of saliva in the digestion of food:

  • It moistens the food for easy swallowing.
  • It contains a digestive enzyme called salivary amylase, which breaks down starch into sugar.
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Chapter 5: Life Processes - EXERCISE [Page 99]

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NCERT Science [English] Class 10
Chapter 5 Life Processes
EXERCISE | Q 6. | Page 99
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