Saliva

Question 1

What are the 3 types of saliva and where are they found?

Answer 1

Parotid gland-behind the ears

Submandibular gland- below the jaw

Sublingual gland-under your tongue

Question 2

What does saliva consist of?

Answer 2

Water-solvent for chemical reactions

Bicarbonate ions- more alkaline

Mucus-binds food to form a bolus

Amylase- converts starch into maltose