Which of the following are functions of the saliva?

Helps to swallow

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Helps in digestion

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Kills germs

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Helps to hear

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Solution

The correct options are
A Helps to swallow
B Helps in digestion
C Kills germs
Saliva helps in a variety of things. It helps to moisten the food, kills the germs that might be present in it and helps you swallow, in addition to helping in digestion.

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