Write short note on Position and function of salivary glands.
Write short note on Position and function of salivary glands.
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Salivary Glands:
- There are three pairs of salivary glands which open in buccal cavity.
- Parotid glands are present in front of the ear.
- The submandibular glands are present below the lower jaw.
- The glands present below the tongue are called sublingual.
- Salivary glands are made up of two types of cells.
- Serous cells secrete a fluid containing digestive enzyme called salivary amylase.
- Mucous cells produce mucus that lubricates food and helps swallowing.
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