NCERT Exercise 5.1 — Q6 - Life Processes

Question: What is the role of saliva in the digestion of food?

Answer: Saliva plays **three roles** in digestion: 1. **Moistens and lubricates food** — makes it soft and easy to swallow and pass through the alimentary canal. 2. **Chemical digestion of starch** — conta...

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