How does saliva act on food

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Posted by Abhi Gupta 6 years, 1 month ago
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Yogita Ingle 6 years, 1 month ago
Saliva acts as a solvent for some food particles and stimulates the taste buds of the tongue. It helps to convert food into a soft ball called bolus, which can easily pass through the pharynx. Saliva cleans the mouth and prevents the growth of germs in the mouth, thus curbing tooth decay.
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