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_____________________ Salivary gland located just in front of and beneath each ear.


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Salivary gland

  • The gland which secretes saliva is called the salivary gland.
  • The salivary gland is located under and behind the jaw.
  • The salivary gland aids in digestion and makes saliva, keeping the mouth moist and teeth healthy.

Parotid Gland

  • Either pair of the salivary gland which is situated just in the front of each ear is termed as a Parotid Gland.
  • This gland is responsible for the development of saliva.

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