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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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