Saliva is secreted by ___________.

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rectum

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salivary glands

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The correct option is C salivary glands
Saliva is secreted by the salivary glands. There are three pairs of salivary glands- parotid, submaxillary (also called submandibular) and sublingual. Saliva contains an enzyme called salivary amylase that breaks down starch which is a complex molecule to give simple sugar.

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When you smell a favourite food your mouth begins to water (that is, you secrete saliva). Write down what the following are examples of :

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