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| − | '''Saliva''' (also known as spit) is the water-based fluid, made in the mouth by the [[salivary glands]] packed with | + | '''Saliva''' (also known as spit) is the water-based fluid, made in the mouth by the [[salivary glands]] packed with [[enzyme]]s. The function of saliva is to begin the breakdown of foods in the mouth as it is mixed with foods during the chewing process. |
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Revision as of 07:15, August 30, 2008
Saliva (also known as spit) is the water-based fluid, made in the mouth by the salivary glands packed with enzymes. The function of saliva is to begin the breakdown of foods in the mouth as it is mixed with foods during the chewing process.